Product Description
Rainbow trout is a freshwater fish and species of salmonid native to the Pacific Ocean in Asia and North America. It was introduced into the Balkans in 1893 when waters were restocked. There are two different forms in Montenegro: Shasta and Steelhead. Shasta lives and spawns in fresh water, while Steelhead lives in the sea but spawns in fresh water.
Rainbow trout can reach 60cm in length and a maximum weight of 15kg. The average hunting weight is 200-900g. Adult freshwater forms are generally blue-green or olive green with heavy black spotting over the length of the body. Adult fish have a broad reddish stripe along the lateral line, from gills to the tail, (hence its name) which is most pronounced in breeding males.
Popular game fish, rainbow trout are omnivorous and eat a wide variety of both baits and lures. Although easier to catch then many other trout, they often jump when hooked and are a fun adversary on light tackle. Many of the Montenegrin mountain rivers and lakes where they are found are very scenic which adds to the fishing experience. The wild-caught rainbows taste delicious.
Nestled within the pristine nature next to the mountain Bjelasica (http://www.skijanje.rs/ski-centri/crna-gora/bjelasica-kolasin/), in the municipalities of Bijelo Polje (http://www.bijelopolje.co.me/), Bar (http://bar.me/) and Andrijevica (http://opstinaandrijevica.me/), there are several fish ponds that are also putting Montenegro on the map for freshwater fish production. The crystal clear waters that flow into the ponds, and the commitment of the owners to quality production, is giving rise to some of the best trout in the Balkans.
Dive into the rivers and creeks, bike or trek around the hills and forests, fly fish in the lakes and rivers, and when you are hungry, why not drop by the fish ponds or local restaurants to taste their delicious Montenegrin rainbow trout?
