Fishing for Sockeye salmon
Oncorhynchus nerka
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The sockeye salmon is a migratory fish known for its striking red coloration during spawning. Typically measuring 18-31 inches and weighing 4-15 pounds, it inhabits the North Pacific Ocean and freshwater systems. Its diet consists mainly of zooplankton and small fish. Sockeye salmon are renowned for their long-distance migrations and complex life cycle, including spawning in freshwater streams. This summary is AI generated
bobruhn, Fishbrain angler since 2024
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Water type
Saltwater / Freshwater / Mixed
Common depth
? - 820 ft
IUCN Status
Least concern
Threat to humans
Harmless
Source: Fishbase
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