Some lakes are shallow, warm and have numerous aquatic plants. Species such as bass, perch and pike like these warm-water lakes. Other lakes are deep, with large volumes of cold water. These lakes support trout and other salmonid species. Not every lake is suitable for every kind of fish. Temperature and oxygen levels are the two major factors that control whether or not certain fish species are present. Other factors such as available habitat, competing species and stocking practices also influence fish species. Declining water quality may result in the loss of a cold-water fishery. Increased nutrients, for example, can … Continue reading Different Fish for Different Lakes