Tiger Trout

DE Tiger Trout Fishing Guide

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Tiger Trout possess a unique, dark maze-like pattern (“tiger stripes”) all over a brownish, gray body. The belly is yellowish orange.

Diet: aquatic and terrestrial insects and small fishes

Habitat & Range

Tiger Trout prefer clear, cool, well-oxygenated streams. They feed on aquatic and terrestrial insects and small fishes.

Where to Fishing

New Castle County - Christina Creek, White Clay Creek, Pike Creek, Mill Creek, Wilson Run, and Beaver Run Kent County - Tidbury Pond Sussex County - Newton Pond

Frequently Asked Questions

Fishing Tips

Tiger Trout can be caught with artificial flies and small spinners. Live bait often includes worms. Other common baits include corn, synthetic baits that are purchased in little jars, and even marshmallows.

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