Bull Trout

	Scientific Name	Salvelinus Confluentus
	Other Names	German brown, Loch Leven trout, Brownie,
	World Record	40 lbs. 4oz

Description

This is one of the prettiest trout with its back colored with a variation of green and the sides will transition to yellow/brown. Sides will be covered mostly by black spots and a few red or orange ones. Each spot is encircled with a halo of lighter color.

Habitat

Once, bull trout were common to all the major river systems. Anglers began stocking streams with new species in the early 1900s, many saw bull trout as unwanted predators that fed on the more favored species. They removed large bull trout to improve the survival of other fish. Bull prefer water that would be considered too warm for most other trout. They are known to prefer the 65- to 75-degree range, but will tolerate 80-degree water for short periods

Feeding Habit

Large Bull trout will prey on small trout and other small fish. They will also eat crustaceans and a variety of insects.

Age and Growth

Bull trout mature slowly; some females do not spawn every year. Water temperatures below 9 C trigger spawning between mid-August and mid-October. Trout seek out small, spring-fed streams that provide a continuous supply of oxygen for developing eggs. The female digs a nest among the gravel where she deposits her eggs. Male fish swim up and release milky-white milt to fertilize the eggs. Bull trout can live for up to 20 years

Tackle and Methods

High-speed trolling is a great way to locate these bull trout. Focus on areas with gravel bottoms using a dish-faced plug to stir the bottom and attract fish. Large crank baits, spoons, flies and even flashers and hootchies will also work.

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