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Loch of Fladdabister
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Loch of Fladdabister

Water managed by Shetland Anglers Association

Type
Lake
Species
Brown trout
Moderate alkalinity
High alkalinity indicates water fertility and can signal the presence of larger trout. Fish in alkaline waters have a wider variety of invertebrates to feed on.
Shallow
The depth of a lake has significant impacts on its ecology. Reduced heat and light in deep lakes inhibit algal growth.
Moderate shoreline complexity
A lake with a high shoreline complexity will have numerous bays, points and peninsulas.
Low elevation
Lakes at a higher altitude can take longer to warm up during the season and may not fish well until summer.
Very small
Larger lakes with good spawning often contain lots of smaller trout. Smaller lakes with limited spawning can produce larger trout.

Lies about a mile south of Easter Quarff and is an easy ten minute walk east from
the main Lerwick to Sumburgh road. Typical hill-loch trout which average two or three
to the pound. Some weed patches from midsummer onwards.

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