Cutthroat Trout
Cutthroat Trout where origionally indtroduced in 1900. Their body shape similar to that of the Rainbow Trout. Back and sides are lightly spotted; Dorsal, adipose and tail fins are heavily spotted. Red or reddish-orange slash on throat.
Average Length: 8 to 22 inches.
Average Weight: 4 ounces to over 6 pounds.
Habitat
Cutthroat trout are rarely found in Arizona's streams, but widely occur in the White Mountain lakes which are stocked by the Department. They prefer the same habitat as rainbow trout and are found in similar areas.
Diet
A Cutthroat Trout's diet may consist of aquatic and terrestrial insects and fish.