Cutthroat Vs Rainbow Trout: Key Differences, Habitats, And Conservation
Cutthroat and rainbow trout, belonging to the genus Oncorhynchus, are closely related Salmonidae species. Cutthroat trout prefer cold, mountainous streams with rocky substrates, while rainbow trout thrive in warmer, lower elevation streams with gravel beds. Physical differences include: cutthroat trout have distinct red or orange slashes under their jaw, while rainbow trout have a pink…