Rainbow Trout
(Eagle Lake Trout strain)
Known for its resistance to highly alkaline waters, the Eagle Lake Trout is a native to nearby Eagle Lake and its Pine Creek tributary. Due to diminishing flows into Pine Creek, a program was started in the 1950's to preserve the species. Once found in its native waters, the Eagle Lake Trout can now be found in many waters throughout the state.
Kokanee
The common name for a landlocked Sockeye Salmon is kokanee. During spawning these fish take on deep red hue. Kokanee salmon reared at American River Hatchery are from eggs spawned at the Little Truckee River and other locations in California.
Rainbow Trout
This popular fish is native to the tributaries of the Pacific Ocean in North America and Asia. Now it can be found farmed as a food source or for recreational angling across the world. Rainbow Trout are a premier fish desired by anglers for recreational fishing in California. Those provided for recreational angling are now sterile (triploid (PDF)).
Lahontan Cutthroat Trout
Independent strain Lahontan Cutthroat Trout are maintained in Heenan Lake, our broodstock source in the Sierra Nevada range. Juveniles are reared at American River Hatchery for release to several waters throughout CDFW's North Central Region.
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