Rainbow trout

Oncorhynchus mykiss

Family

Salmonidae

Max Length

122.00000286102295 cm

Max Weight

25.4 kg

IUCN Status

Water Type

saltwater, freshwater, mixed

Fishing Spots

20,488

Overview

The rainbow trout is a species of trout native to cold-water tributaries of the Pacific Ocean in North America and Asia. The steelhead is an anadromous (sea-run) form of the coastal rainbow trout (O. m. irideus) or Columbia River redband trout (O. m. gairdneri) that usually returns to freshwater to spawn after living two to three years in the ocean.

Where to Find Rainbow trout

British Columbia, Canada1,339 spots Pennsylvania, United States1,221 spots Colorado, United States1,126 spots California, United States1,035 spots Washington, United States923 spots Oregon, United States664 spots Massachusetts, United States568 spots Utah, United States504 spots New York, United States444 spots Alaska, United States429 spots

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I catch Rainbow trout?+

Rainbow trout can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include British Columbia, Canada; Pennsylvania, United States; Colorado, United States. WikiCatch lists 20488 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Rainbow trout get?+

Rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss) can reach up to 122.00000286102295 cm in length and 25.4 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NE.

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