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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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Atlantic salmon
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Atlantic salmon
length · weight


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