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Temperature and Fish

Water temperature is very important to fish. Cold water holds more oxygen than warm water. Trout, char and salmon all require colder waters to survive. Rainbow trout will be found between 6°C (44°F) and 23°C (75°F), however, the optimal temperature for rainbow trout is 12°C (54°F). Look for deeper parts of lakes or inflowing springs or creeks in the summer months to meet this requirement.

Where are rainbow trout in the Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter?

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This list is given in the form "common name" and "Genus species". For more information on each fish species, click on the species name.

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BC Fishing Regulations