Coastal Cutthroat Trout
NameCoastal Cutthroat Trout
Scientific NameOncorhynchus clarkii clarkii
Common NamesSea-run Cutthroat Trout, Harvest Trout
FamilySalmonidae
OriginNorth America, Pacific Northwest
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)500
Max Size (Inches)30
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)45-65
pH Range6.5-8.0
Description
The Coastal Cutthroat Trout is a predatory subspecies of Cutthroat Trout native to the Pacific Northwest. Distinguished by its red or orange slash marks under the jaw, it inhabits cold, highly oxygenated freshwater streams and can also be anadromous, spending time in coastal marine environments. Due to their large size, specific cold water requirements, and predatory nature, they are generally not suitable for typical home aquariums.
