How many Rainbow Trout can be caught from lakes and ponds in the North and South Zones?

The regulation indicating that anglers can catch 2 Rainbow Trout with a minimum size of 12 inches in the North and South Zones is designed to manage the fish population sustainably while providing recreational opportunities. Establishing a minimum length helps protect juvenile fish, allowing them to grow and reproduce before being harvested. This regulation also helps preserve the quality of the fishing experience, ensuring that fish caught are of a desirable size for anglers.

Other options propose different limits and sizes that may not align with the conservation goals set for these zones, either allowing too many fish to be taken, which could diminish the population, or not ensuring that fish are large enough for sustainable harvesting.