Trout

Trout are species of freshwater fish belonging to the genera Oncorhynchus, Salmo and Salvelinus, all in the family Salmonidae. The word trout is also used as part of the name of some non-salmonid fish such as Cynoscion nebulosus, the spotted seatrout or speckled trout.

Species and types

Trout are closely related to salmon and char (or charr): species termed salmon and char occur in the same genera as do fish called trout (Oncorhynchus – Pacific salmon and trout, Salmo – Atlantic salmon and various trout, Salvelinus – char and trout).

Lake trout and most other trout live in freshwater lakes and rivers exclusively, while there are others such as the rainbow trout which may either live out their lives in fresh water, or spend two or three years at sea before returning to fresh water to spawn, a habit more typical of salmon. A rainbow trout that spends time in the ocean is called a steelhead.

Trout fishing

Trout fishing is a popular sport that appreciates the beautiful, often wild surroundings in which trout live. It is a challenging pastime and the reward is a delicious meal that is low in fat and high in protein.

See also

• Salmon
• Char
• Rainbow trout
• Lake trout
• Steelhead

References

Trout Resources
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