Brook Trout

Salvelinus fontinalis

Brook trout are also known as brook char or Eastern brook trout. Originated in eastern North America, they have been introduced in British Columbia's lakes where anglers enjoy targeting them in the summer months on both fly and bait rods. Average size of brook trout ranges between 1 and 4lb, while larger fish are available in lakes where they survive through several winters. Although they do not jump like rainbow trout, they still put up a strong fight on the line by diving deeply with their thick body.