Trout
Trout
Trout (/traʊt/) is a common term for a number of species of freshwater and saltwater fish belonging to the families Salmonidae and Char. Trout are closely related to salmon and char.
Etymology
The word "trout" is derived from the Old English "truht", which is akin to the Old High German "truht". Both words are believed to have originated from the Proto-Germanic "trudan", meaning "to tread".
Species
Trout species include Rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss), Brown trout (Salmo trutta), and Brook trout (Salvelinus fontinalis). Each species has unique characteristics and habitats.
Rainbow Trout
The Rainbow trout is a trout and species of salmonid native to cold-water tributaries of the Pacific Ocean in Asia and North America.
Brown Trout
The Brown trout is a European species of salmonid fish that has been widely introduced into suitable environments globally.
Brook Trout
The Brook trout is a species of freshwater fish in the salmon family Salmonidae. It is native to Eastern North America in the United States and Canada.
Habitat
Trout are found in a variety of habitats, including clear streams, rivers, lakes, and ponds. Some species of trout, such as the Lake trout, prefer larger bodies of water.
Diet
Trout primarily feed on other fish and aquatic invertebrates. Some larger species, like the Lake trout, also eat small mammals and birds.
Related Terms
- Salmonidae: The family of fish to which trout belong.
- Char: A type of trout found in cold, northern waters.
- Salmon: A close relative of the trout, also in the Salmonidae family.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Trout
- Wikipedia's article - Trout
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