Trout

Various fish of the family SALMONIDAE, usually smaller than salmon. They are mostly restricted to cool clear freshwater. Some are anadromous. They are highly regarded for their handsome colors, rich well-flavored flesh, and gameness as an angling fish. The genera Salvelinus, Salmo, and ONCORHYNCHUS have been introduced virtually throughout the world.

Year introduced: 1991(1975)

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Tree Number(s): B01.050.150.900.493.817.750.825

MeSH Unique ID: D014337

Entry Terms:

• Salvelinus
• Chars
• Char

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Organisms Category
Eukaryota
Animals
Chordata
Vertebrates
Fishes
Salmoniformes
Salmonidae
Trout
Oncorhynchus
Oncorhynchus mykiss