Trout ID skills in Maryland

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In 2021, the Maryland Department of Natural Resources Fishing and Boating Services adopted a new catch and release regulation for brook trout in all put-and-take trout management waters, as well as all waters east of Interstate 81. These efforts will help protect our native brook trout.

In order for this regulation to be effective, proper identification of trout species is necessary. 

The department would like your help. Please take this anonymous short survey to test your trout identification skills. 

Results from the survey will help us determine the types of information needed to assist our anglers with trout identification while fishing. Thank you for your assistance with this effort!