Salmon and trout · Salmonidae
Huchen
Hucho hucho
ProtectedNative
A protected species – catching it is prohibited. If caught by accident, release it gently and immediately.
- Typical size
- 60–100 cm
- Maximum size
- 150 cm
About
The largest salmonid of the Danube basin and the top predator of mountain rivers. Very rare in Hungary; dams and pollution caused its stocks to collapse. Strictly protected and may not be caught.
Spawning season
- January
- February
- March – spawning
- April – spawning
- May
- June
- July
- August
- September
- October
- November
- December
The closed seasons and size limits shown here are the national (general) rules in Hungary. Some waters – such as Lake Balaton, Lake Velence or Lake Tisza – and local fishing rules may set different, stricter limits; always check the local rules before fishing.
