Steelhead, which are rainbow trout that migrate to the ocean, are one of the targeted species. (Wikipedia photo)
By Steve Rogers, OutdoorChannel.com
In theory, it only makes sense that a more aggressive fish would be more apt to wind up on an angler’s hook.The more aggressive fish would seem more likely to assertively protect its spawning nest or pursue food items, not to mention a fisherman’s bait.
Fisheries officials and biologists in Oregon are taking a proactive approach toward improving fishing in the state, and are beginning work toward breeding hatchery steelhead trout and Chinook salmon whose bite can match that of the wild members of species. The process has just begun and will be lengthy, but if it works, the same process could be applied to other species.
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