Rainbow Trout Oncorhynchus mykiss

Identification
This trout has a pink lateral stripe and spotted body.

Location
Stocked

Size
1 to 5 pounds

Diet
It feeds on insects and small fish.

Habitat
It occurs in stocked streams and lakes.

Activity Period
March to June

Behavior
It prefers cold oxygen rich water. It is most active in cool months.

Lifecycle
Breeding does not occur naturally in most areas.

Population
The population depends on stocking.

History
It was introduced for sport fishing.

Human Interactions
It is popular among anglers.

Facts
It is native to western North America.

Sources
ODNR NatureServe

Insects small fish | Cold streams lakes | Stocked statewide