Fishing for Kokanee salmon

Oncorhynchus nerka kennerlyi

The Kokanee salmon is a freshwater fish known for its vibrant red coloration during spawning. It typically measures 12-18 inches and weighs 1-5 pounds. Preferring cold, clear lakes and reservoirs, it feeds on plankton and small aquatic insects. Kokanee exhibit schooling behavior and undergo dramatic color changes during their spawning migration to gravel beds. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater / Freshwater / Mixed

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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