Do You Know Anything About Stream Trout?
The term stream trout is actually a term used to encompass any
of the stream trout. Brown trout, rainbow trout, and brook trout
are all called stream trout because they like the running
waters. But, stream trout do not have to be found in streams.
This sounds strange but it's quite simple. By putting stream
trout species into lakes, the fish can grow larger and offer
more to the fisherman. And, in many cases, that is just what
fisheries do.
Stream trout fishing on the other hand is a term used for
fishermen who enjoy the stream fishing as opposed to the lake.
In stream trout fishing, the fishermen are still catching trout
(brown trout, rainbow trout, and brook trout). There are many
areas of the country that this is considered one of the best
forms of trout fishing. Many use fly fishing as their method of
choice. Anglers know there way is great just as well.
Regardless, stream trout offer some of the best fishing
experiences you will encounter.
But, there are disadvantages to stocking lakes with stream trout
as apposed to putting them into stream. First of all, and
probably most importantly, stream trout can not spawn in lakes.
This is due to the fact that they need running water and gravel
beds to lay their eggs. Since this can't be provided for in a
lake, it is up to hatcheries to keep lakes stocked with stream
trout. Is it worth it then? It is because there is a large
demand for stream trout in lakes. Since the demand is there,
hatcheries will continue to stock these stream trout in lakes.
The good news is that once they are placed in the lakes, stream
trout grow to great sizes and survive well. So, this can be a
great benefit to the anglers who want to catch their prized
stream trout in a lake!