What is rainbow trout?

It’s become a staple in many of your households, so we thought we’d share a bit more about them!

Trout has the same rich flavour of salmon, but it’s a very different fish. They are more aggressive and adaptable, which makes them TROUTally perfect for raising on farms.

The first trout were introduced in Ontario 150 years ago, and have now become naturalized to our ecosystems. Farmers have been raising them here for nearly half that time!

Trout can actually see deeper into the colour spectrum than humans, so they see brighter shades of red. We’ll wear red coats if we’re trying to get them to eat faster!

They are pros at camouflage. Their speckles help them hide from birds above, and their white bellies keep them hidden from those below. They can even change their colours between yellow, green and brown.

And a group of trout is called a “hover”. So when your fish box arrive, you can shout futuristically “my hover of trout has arrived!”.

Most importantly, they are one of the healthiest fish for the planet and for you! They’re one of the lowest carbon proteins out there. And they’re packed with protein, omegas and antioxidants!

Plus they’re aTROUTciously tasty and delicious!