The Yellowstone cutthroat trout is a vibrant freshwater fish known for its striking coloration and distinctive red slash marks on its throat. Typically measuring 12-18 inches and weighing 1-3 pounds, it thrives in cold, clear waters of the Yellowstone River and its tributaries. This trout feeds on aquatic insects, small fish, and crustaceans, exhibiting opportunistic feeding behavior. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Yellowstone Lake
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