ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Trout

Okay kiddo, let's talk about trout! Trout is a type of fish that lives in streams, rivers, and lakes. They are usually pretty small, but there are some really big trout out there too!

Trout are special because they have a special way of breathing underwater. They have what's called gills, which are like little flaps on the sides of their heads. When they swim around in the water, the gills take in oxygen from the water and turn it into air so the trout can breathe.

Trout also have special scales that help them swim faster through the water. These scales are really shiny and pretty!

Now, when people go fishing for trout, they use special equipment like fishing rods and fishing line. They put a little worm or bug on a hook and throw it into the water. If a trout sees the worm or bug, they might swim up and take a bite! Then the person can reel the fishing line and bring the trout out of the water.

Some people like to eat trout because they are really tasty! But it's important to remember to only take what you need and leave the rest for other people and animals to enjoy too.

Overall, trout are cool little fish that live in the water and have special ways of breathing and swimming. Maybe one day we can go fishing for trout ourselves and see them in person!
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