The legendary Gerrard rainbow trout has instilled a devout respect in any angler lucky enough to experience one of these fish on the end of their line. Gerrards are renowned for their massive size – frequently exceeding nine kilograms (20 […]
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Strains of rainbow trout stocked in B.C. British Columbia is home to a variety of rainbow trout populations that have each become uniquely adapted to their own aquatic environments. The Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC primarily stocks three strains of […]
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Why do we want to know the age of fish? To manage fish populations, whether it be for conservation, recreation or brood stock, we need to determine the ages of fish. Important management decisions require timely and accurate fish aging […]
The Freshwater Fisheries Society’s Science Division has staff throughout the province. They undertake research to advance our fish culture practices, improving the survival and performance of fish raised and released in British Columbia. Our science professionals also provide technical expertise […]
Study objectives A tagging program on Cowichan Lake is shedding light on Vancouver Island’s largest wild, freshwater fishery. The six-year project will provide valuable insights into the life history, movements, and causes of mortality of cutthroat trout in Cowichan Lake. […]
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You’d be hard-pressed to find an angler in the Skeena region who hasn’t caught a bull trout or Dolly Varden, but you’d also be challenged to find one who is targeting these species. Yet, while most anglers are after Skeena […]