Other names: Coaster trout, Speckled trout, Squaretail, Brook char, Mud trout
The brook trout, Salvelinus fontinalis, is a freshwater fish native to eastern North America. Recognizable by its dark green marbling on the back and red spots with blue halos, it thrives in clear, cool, well-oxygenated waters. Popular in recreational fishing and aquaculture, it is also known for its adaptability to various habitats.
Other names
Coaster trout, Speckled trout, Squaretail, Brook char, Mud trout
Length
~45" (max 86)
Weight
~2" (max 6)
Water
Fresh, salt, brackish
Water Temp
1-22° F
Depth
4-6 ft
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Found in clear, cool creeks, rivers, and lakes
Prefers well-oxygenated waters with abundant cover
Juveniles inhabit shallow, vegetated areas
Diet includes insects, crustaceans, and small fish
Males drive females to spawning gravel
Females dig nests, or redds, to lay eggs
Males guard the nests, ensuring fertilization
Juveniles stay in shallow areas, moving to deeper waters as they mature
