Fish
Rainbow Trout
The colourful fly-fisher's favourite
Family Salmonidae
Salmonidae is a taxonomic family in the order Salmoniformes, class Actinopterygii. Global Animal Guide profiles 2 of its members: Rainbow Trout and Atlantic Salmon. The table compares them using the figures on each profile.
Salmonidae species compared
| Animal | Weight | Length | Top speed | Lifespan | Native to | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Trout Oncorhynchus mykiss | 3 kg | 60 cm | 12 km/h | 8 yrs | Asia, Europe, North America, Oceania, South America | Least Concern |
| Atlantic Salmon Salmo salar | 4.5 kg | 90 cm | 40 km/h | 8 yrs | North America, Europe, Oceans | Least Concern |
Figures are typical adult maxima from each profile; follow a profile for ranges, sources and context.
