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Fish Identification

Brown trout

Brown trout

The brown trout is golden brown to olive brown with yellowish sides. Its back and sides have dark spots encircled with light yellow or white. Some brown trout also have orange or red spots on their sides.

Scientific Name:  Salmo trutta

State Record: 18 lbs. 6 oz.

Image D.Raver (USFWS)

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2070 U.S. Hwy. 278, SE, Social Circle, GA 30025

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