Category: ecology
fly fishing ecology
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Bugs or Baitfish? Why Food Sources Shape the Trout You Catch
When you think about what makes a river “fishy,” your first thought is probably bug life—mayflies, caddis, midges, and the seasonal hatches we all love to chase. But not all rivers are built the same. Some are insect-driven systems, where trout survive almost entirely on nymphs and emergers. Others offer an extra “power meal” in… Read more
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Reading the Rocks: What Biofilm Can Tell You About Water Quality and Trout Behavior
When you think about reading water, you probably picture current seams, foam lines, and pocket water—not slippery rocks. But if you’re paying attention to what’s beneath your boots, you’ll notice something that reveals a surprising amount about a fishery: biofilm. Read more