Fish Species

Quebec is home to hundreds of freshwater and saltwater species — from walleye, northern pike and muskellunge to brook trout, lake trout, smallmouth and largemouth bass, yellow perch, Atlantic salmon and many more. Every lake and river has its own fish community and its own techniques.

Our 200 detailed fact sheets cover identification, habitat, diet, life cycle, the best techniques and baits, seasons, regulations and the spots where you can catch each species in Quebec.

Use the search above to find a species, or open the interactive map to scout the fishing spots near you.