Brown Trout Fishing in Ireland
Freshwater
Irish Name:
Breac Donn
Breac Donn
Scientific Name:
Salmo trutta
Salmo trutta
Description
Native Irish fish found in rivers and lakes throughout the country. Highly prized for fly fishing. Variable appearance based on habitat.
Identification
Brown/golden flanks with red and black spots. Adipose fin. Forked tail. White leading edge on lower fins.
Where to Find Brown Trout
Species Information
- Category Game
- Habitat Freshwater
- Average Weight 1.00 kg
Specimen Threshold
Irish Specimen Fish Committee (ISFC) qualifying sizes:
Weight
4.536 kg
(10.00 lbs)