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Sea trout

Salmo trutta trutta

Family
Salmonidae
Max Length
140 cm
Max Weight
20.5 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater, freshwater, mixed
Fishing Spots
966

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Earthworms

    Effective in rivers and streams.

  • Maggots

    Good for clear water, finesse fishing.

  • Small Fish (Minnows)

    Mimics natural prey, use responsibly.

  • Shrimp

    Effective in saltwater environments.

Artificial Lures

  • Mepps Aglia #3Spinner

    Classic spinner, works well in rivers.

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  • Rapala Original Floater 07Crankbait

    Effective for surface fishing.

    Buy
  • Blue Fox VibraxSpinner

    Creates vibration to attract sea trout

    Buy
  • Tobias SpoonSpoon

    Good for imitating baitfish.

    Buy

Techniques

Vary your retrieve speed and depth until you find what the fish are responding to on a given day; Sea trout can be picky.

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Where to Find Sea trout

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Sea trout?+

Popular baits for Sea trout include Earthworms, Maggots, Small Fish (Minnows), Shrimp, Mepps Aglia #3. Tip: Vary your retrieve speed and depth until you find what the fish are responding to on a given day; Sea trout can be picky.

Where can I catch Sea trout?+

Sea trout can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Alba / Scotland, United Kingdom; Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada; Pennsylvania, United States. WikiCatch lists 966 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Sea trout get?+

Sea trout (Salmo trutta trutta) can reach up to 139.9999976158142 cm in length and 20.5 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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