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Brown trout

Salmo trutta

The river angler's challenge — at home in stream, lake and sea.

4,050

Waters with the species

21%

Of all our waters

Largest reported

Description

Brown trout are wildly adaptable, showing up as small stream trout, lake trout and sea trout depending on the water. Speckled, selective and famously fussy, they're one of the cornerstones of sportfishing.

Habitat

Clear, well-oxygenated streams and rivers, cold lakes and along the coast.

Size

Stream trout often under 1 kg; sea trout can weigh several kilos.

Season

Varies by water — usually spring and autumn, with coastal fishing extending into winter.

Methods

Fly fishing, spin fishing with small spoons, and coastal jigging.

Tip

Approach stream water carefully — brown trout spook easily and will see you long before you see them.

Waters with brown trout

The 20 largest waters in our catalogue where the species is reported. Marked ✓ when species data is verified via SLU NORS survey fishing.

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