Fishing for Cutthroat trout

Oncorhynchus clarkii

The cutthroat trout is a freshwater fish known for its distinctive red or orange slash marks on the throat. It inhabits cold, clear streams and lakes in western North America. Typically measuring 12-30 inches and weighing 1-6 pounds, it feeds on insects, small fish, and crustaceans. Cutthroat trout are solitary and exhibit opportunistic feeding behavior. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater / Freshwater / Mixed

Common depth

? - 656 ft

IUCN Status

Not evaluated

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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