Trout Species – Rainbow Trout and Brown Trout
by: Brett Fogle
Rainbow Trout:
Few freshwater fish can match the fighting spirit
and beauty of a Rainbow Trout.
The Rainbow Trout is a well-traveled species of fish. Originally,
the Rainbow Trout was found in the coastal rivers in the United
States on the west coast but today, Rainbow Trout are found
throughout the United States, as well as in the cold-water
streams of South America, Europe, New Zealand and even Australia.
The reason for the wide range of Rainbow Trout in the U.S. is
that Rainbow Trout are relatively easy to transplant. Virtually
all areas that Rainbow Trout now inhabit are due to environmental
transplants – both intentionally or unintentionally.
Regardless, Rainbow Trout are the most popular types of trout
found in the world today, and are also the most sought after
trout by fly fishermen.
The Rainbow Trout is equally famous for it’s acrobatic aerial
displays and very long runs to avoid being caught.
Rainbow Trout are also well-known for being highly selective in
what they eat. While at other times, they seemingly gorge
themselves on just about everything in sight.
Rainbow Trout are easily distinguished by the red stripe that
travels the length of the fish, from the gill plates to the tail.
Rainbow Trout also have hundreds of black spots that cover the
dorsal of the body (the dorsal part of the body of a trout refers
to the “back side” of the fish).
Brown Trout :
Brown Trout are the "smartest" of the trout family,
frequently frustrating beginners and professionals alike.
Brett Fogle is the publisher of Fly Fishing Secrets, an insiders
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