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Chinook Salmon

Oncorhynchus tshawytscha

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The Chinook SalmonOncorhynchus tshawytscha, is the largest species in the Pacific (Oncorhynchus) salmon family. Other commonly used names for the species include King SalmonQuinnat SalmonSpring Salmon and Tyee Salmon. Chinook are anadromous fish native to the north Pacific Ocean and the river systems of western North America ranging from California to Alaska.

Photo of Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon

Rivers and runs where you'll find Chinook Salmon

River Run Location Class Current flow Status
Lake Creek Lake Chelatna to Yetna Alaska - US I to IV- Visual or unknown Visual