How old is the oldest lake trout?

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What is the oldest lake trout?

The oldest known species of lake trout is the Salvelinus namaycush. It is a species of freshwater char native to North America, and is closely related to Atlantic salmon and Arctic char. The species is also known by its scientific name Coregonus namaycush, or simply namaycush. It is the only species of its genus found in North American lakes, and is found in most of the Great Lakes, as well as in many other North American lakes. The ancient species has been in existence for thousands of years and is still thriving in many habitats across the continent. It is thought to have originated in glacial lakes in the northern Great Lakes region, and is believed to have first entered the Atlantic Ocean around 10,000 years ago. This hardy species is able to thrive in lakes and streams with a wide range of temperatures, and can be found in waters up to 15 meters deep. Its longevity and hardiness has allowed it to remain one of the most sustainable lake trout species in North America.

What is the world’s biggest lake trout?

The world’s largest lake trout is found in Lake Superior, which covers an area of 82,100 square miles across portions of Canada and the United States. The lake trout population in Lake Superior is estimated to be around 2 million adult fish and is home to some of the largest lake trout in the world. The maximum recorded weight of a Lake Superior lake trout was 70 pounds, and on average, these fish can range from 10 to 20 pounds. The lake trout found in Lake Superior have an impressive lifespan of up to 15 years, and these fish can be found in depths of up to 400 feet. To further protect the lake trout population in Lake Superior, commercial harvesting of this species is strictly prohibited.

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What is the longest trout ever caught?

The world record for the longest trout ever caught is a 32-pound huge brown trout caught from the Nistru River in Moldovia. The angler who caught the fish was none other than the renowned lunker hunter Arkadiy Lyakhov. On May 18th, 2006, Lyakhov managed to hook the amazing fish and land it after a half-hour long fight. The fish was an exceptional 32.2 pounds, with a length of 41 inches and a girth of 31 inches. The record of the longest trout ever caught still stands today and it might be safe to say that it will stand for a long time to come.

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