River Brown Trout Fishing in Ireland
Freshwater
Photo by Mark Lennon
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.
Species Information
- Category Game
- Habitat Freshwater
Specimen Threshold
Irish Specimen Fish Committee (ISFC) qualifying sizes:
Weight
2.268 kg
(5.00 lbs)
Length
57.0 cm
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