Species guide
How to catch Grayling
Thymallus
freshwaterbrackishgame fishSalmonidae
Grayling are freshwater and brackish water salmonid fish known for their striking dorsal fins. They are popular among anglers for sport fishing due to their fighting ability. Grayling typically inhabit cool rivers and lakes across Europe.
Where they live
Found in shallow to moderately deep freshwater and brackish waters throughout Europe, especially in rivers and lakes with clean, oxygen-rich water.
Typical size
Up to about 60 cm
What they eat
- small fish
- terrestrial insects
- spiders
- aquatic plants
- beetles
Best baits
- insect larvae
- small worms
- minnows
- terrestrial insects
Best lures
- small spoons
- spinners
- wet flies
- soft plastic lures
How to fish for them
- fly fishing
- spin fishing
- bait fishing
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