Fishing

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• Trouts and Salmons

  Five species (and one hybrid, the “tiger trout”) exist in Connecticut. Only the brook trout and Atlantic salmon are native; the rest were introduced as sport fish.

• Bowfins

  This primitive family has a diverse fossil record, but only one species still exists.

• Knobfin Sculpin

  A newly discovered invasive species, the knobfin sculpin has had a devastating impact on the Pomperaug River ecosystem.

• How to Observe and Appreciate Fishes

  Learn about all the ways you can watch Connecticut's many freshwater fishes!

• Goldfish

  Learn about goldfish in Connecticut, an introduced species that is native to Asia and common in urban ponds.

• Rudd

  Not yet found in Connecticut, the Rudd has established populations in neighboring states.

• Bridle Shiner

  This easily overlooked minnow, the bridle shiner, is apparently declining throughout much of its range.

• Mimic Shiner

  Looking a lot like other shiners gave the mimic shiner its name.

• Fathead Minnow

  A popular baitfish, fathead minnows can be found at low abundance almost anywhere in Connecticut.

• Families of Connecticut Freshwater Fishes

  Learn the defining characteristics of Connecticut's freshwater fish families!

• Creek Chub

  Closely related to fallfish, creek chubs build long ridges of gravel for nests.

• Golden Shiner

  Commonly sold as bait, the golden shiner is our most common lake and pond minnow species.

• Home Aquariums

  Make a home aquarium with the beautiful native and introduced freshwater fishes of Connecticut!

• Ninespine Stickleback

  Ninespine stickleback males build little tunnel-shaped nests out of bits of vegetation.

• Minnows and Carps

  Minnows are an extremely diverse family with abundant representatives over most of the world. Learn about all the minnows who call Connecticut home!