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Of all fresh water fish this is the most beau- 

 tiful, and, next to the Salmon, is most 

 esteemed by the Angler for the diversion it 

 affords. The form of the Trout is Ion?- in 

 proportion to its breadth ; having the head 

 round, and sharp teeth in the tongue as well 

 as in the jaws. When in perfect season it is 

 thickly studded with red and black spots, 

 which relieved by the dark olive of the back 

 gradually mixing with the rich yellow of the 

 sides and belly, produce a fine effect. At 

 this time it is hog backed like most other 

 fish. 



The variety in the shape and colour of 

 Trouts which are taken in different rivers 

 and pools, has induced some persons to ima- 

 gine that there are three distinct kinds of this 



