Chinook Salmon — printable fact sheet
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Chinook Salmon
Oncorhynchus tshawytscha
The Chinook salmon, also known as king salmon, is the largest species in the Pacific salmon family. Recognized for its silvery body, black spots on the back and tail, and robust physique, it migrates vast distances from the ocean to freshwater rivers to spawn. Chinook salmon pla…
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- After spawning, all Chinook salmon die, providing vital nutrients to the river ecosystem.
- Chinook salmon undertake some of the longest migrations of any salmon, sometimes traveling over 3,200 km (2,000 miles) upstream to spawn. Their flesh color can vary from white to deep red, depending on their diet. They are prized for their rich, high-fat flesh, making them a favorite among chefs and anglers.
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