Fin's Fish Guide
The Bull trout (Salvelinus malma) is a fish that lives in both fresh and salt water of the family Salmonidae that grows up to 127 cm.
North Pacific, from Japan and Korea to Alaska and the northwest of the United States.
Description
The Dolly Varden is a salmonid char of the family Salmonidae from the North Pacific. The species has a streamlined, dark body with numerous pale pink to orange spots and can reach about 1.3 m. It inhabits very clear, cold mountain streams, rivers, lakes and the sea. The species is typically anadromous, but many populations live their whole lives in fresh water. Adults migrate upstream in autumn and spawn in spring. The diet consists of insects, snails, fish eggs and fishes. The species is a prized sport and food fish.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bull trout?
The Bull trout has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern. Char with pale pink-orange spots; usually anadromous, but many populations stay in fresh water.
Where does the Bull trout live?
The Bull trout lives in both fresh and salt water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. North Pacific, from Japan and Korea to Alaska and the northwest of the United States.
How big does the Bull trout get?
The Bull trout grows to a maximum of about 127 cm. On average the species is around 38 cm.
Is the Bull trout dangerous to humans?
No, the Bull trout is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Bull trout edible?
Yes, the Bull trout is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Salvelinus
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