Fishing for Lake trout

Salmo trutta lacustris

The lake trout is a freshwater fish known for its elongated body and distinctive coloration, featuring a mix of greenish-gray and light spots. It primarily feeds on smaller fish and aquatic invertebrates. Inhabiting cold, deep lakes, it can grow up to 40 inches and weigh around 30 pounds. Lake trout are solitary and often found near the lake bottom. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater / Freshwater / Mixed

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Potential pest

Source: Fishbase

Best baits to catch Lake trout

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Lake trout

Olstappen

9 in · 1 lb

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Lake trout

Kamfoss

6 in · 4 oz

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Lake trout

Tabergsån

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Lake trout

Storvatnet

9 in · 7 oz

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Storån

8 in · 4 oz

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Lake trout

Cartys Marsh

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Lake trout

Tänndalssjön

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Lake trout

Tännån

16 in · 2 lb

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