Economic Importance for Humans: Positive
These fish are one of the most popular game fishes around the world, leading to nearly global introduction. They are introduced to stimulate local angling and associated recreational economies. However, where they are introduced, they can outcompete native trout species.
Positive Impacts: food ; ecotourism
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Ridolfi, K. 2006. "Oncorhynchus mykiss" (On-line), Animal Diversity Web. Accessed September 16, 2012 at http://animaldiversity.ummz.umich.edu/site/accounts/information/Oncorhynchus_mykiss.html
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