Fishing for Chinook salmon
The Chinook salmon is a large, anadromous fish known for its robust build and silvery-blue scales. It primarily feeds on smaller fish and invertebrates. Found in the North Pacific Ocean and its tributaries, it can grow up to 58 inches and weigh over 120 pounds. This species is renowned for its long migrations and vital role in aquatic ecosystems. This summary is AI generated
Recently caught Chinook salmon
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
Top Baits
According to catch data from over 15 million anglers on Fishbrain, these are the top baits used to catch Chinook salmon.
Top fishing spots near you to catch Chinook salmon
These are the top places near you to catch Chinook salmon based on live data from Fishbrain.
Recently caught Chinook salmon
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