|
|
| Category |
Salmon |
| Species |
Chinook Salmon |
| Scientific Name |
Oncorhynchus tschawytscha |
| Other Names |
Tyee |
| Freshwater |
Yes |
| Saltwater |
Yes |
| Habitat |
Spends first year or two of it's life in rivers, but then moves out to open lake or ocean habitats. Returns to rivers to spawn. |
| Size |
This fish is the largest of the North American salmon, regularly reaching 30 to 40 lbs. |
| Record |
97 lbs 4 oz |
| Angling Qualities |
Without a doubt, this is the King of the North American salmons, revered as one of the ultimate fighting sport fish by river, lake and ocean anglers alike. Expect long screaming runs, and if your lucky, an occasional cartwheel across the surface. |
|
|
|