Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection

Emergency Burn Ban In Effect 10/26/24 - An emergency burn ban is now in effect for all Connecticut State Parks, Forests, and Wildlife Management areas, prohibiting the use of all outdoor grills, firepits, and campfires, and the kindling and use of flame outdoors. DEEP and local agencies are working to contain several active fires across the state. Please avoid all affected State Parks and Forests, as well as the blue-blazed Mattabesett Trail. The Enduro Trail in Voluntown and portions of North Stonington within the Pachaug State Forest are closed at this time. Please note that today's forest fire danger report remains at an 'extreme' level. More information about the current fire danger, burn ban and recommended safety measures can be found here

What Is a Tiger Trout?

Tiger trout are a unique and exciting fish that is back on the menu starting in 2020. Tiger trout are a cross between a male brook trout and a female brown trout. Tiger trout grow faster and bite more aggressively than either parent species - making them the perfect target for anglers!

The Fisheries Division challenged anglers to "Tame a Tiger" during the year of their return. Check out some photos of these great fish.

A tiger trout - courtesy of Hunt Fish | Travel Manitoba.

Photo: Doug Watkinson, Fisheries and Oceans Canada

Join fisheries biologist Mike Beauchene to learn how these fish are produced at the Quinebaug Valley State Fish Hatchery:

 

 

 

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Follow us on Facebook, read our Trout Stocking Report, or use our Interactive Trout Map to stay up to date on Trout Stocking. Good luck and tight lines!

 

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Please contact the Fisheries Division with any questions. 

 

Phone: 860-424-FISH (3474)
E-mail: deep.inland.fisheries@ct.gov

Content last updated January 2021