Mediterranean Trout
NameMediterranean Trout
Scientific NameSalmo trutta
Common NamesMediterranean Trout, Brown Trout
FamilySalmonidae
OriginMediterranean Basin, Southern Europe, North Africa, Western Asia
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)500
Max Size (Inches)40
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)45-65
pH Range6.5-8.0
Compatible SpeciesNone
Description
Mediterranean Trout are a regional variant of the widespread Brown Trout, characterized by their distinctive spotting patterns and adaptation to the warmer, often limestone-rich waters of the Mediterranean basin. They are predatory fish, feeding on insects, crustaceans, and smaller fish. These trout require large, cool, and well-oxygenated environments, making them unsuitable for typical home aquariums.
