Fishing for Atlantic salmon

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The Atlantic salmon is a migratory fish known for its silvery body and distinctive black spots. It inhabits the North Atlantic Ocean and freshwater rivers. Typically reaching 28-30 inches and weighing 8-12 pounds, it feeds on insects, crustaceans, and smaller fish. Notable for its remarkable upstream journey to spawn, it exhibits strong homing behavior. This summary is AI generated

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Water type

Saltwater / Freshwater / Mixed

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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According to catch data from over 15 million anglers on Fishbrain, these are the top baits used to catch Atlantic salmon.

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