Ferox
Lough Corrib is home to some of the biggest Wild Brown Trout in Europe. These predatory leviathans reach extraordinary weights by feeding almost exclusively on other fish species. The record documented weight for the Lough is 22lb (10kg)
These sought after fish are not easily caught but with persistance and the correct methhods it is possible. Proper tackle, presentation and knowledge of the favoured locations can help shorten the odds. It is the chance to catch the ultimate Trout, the fish of a lifetime.
Although these fine fish are occasionally caught on fly this is not the method that I use for them. Trolling is the order of the day for these monsters and while this can be a slow enough and sometimes monotonous pursuit it is one time where the ends definitely justify the means.
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The big catch
The big fight
Ferox Trout 13lb
Ferox 11.5lb
Success
Cradling a Ferox before releasing
De Vuyst 6.5lb Trout
Ferox
WHOPPER 19.5 lb