The coho salmon (Oncorhynchus kisutch; Karuk: achvuun [1]) is a species of anadromous fish in the salmon family and one of the five Pacific salmon species. Coho salmon are also known as silver salmon (or "silvers") and is often sold as medium red salmon. [2] The scientific species name is based on the Russian common name kizhuch (кижуч).

Feb 8, 2018 · Coho salmon typically weigh between 8-12 pounds and measure, on average, 24-30 inches long. Smaller coho, ranging in length from 12-20 inches, may be seen spawning with larger fish. These smaller male coho are referred to as “jacks” and return to spawn after only one year in the ocean.

Dec 4, 2024 · Commonly called silver salmon, coho have dark metallic blue or greenish backs with silver sides and a light belly. While they are in the ocean, they have small black spots on their back and on the upper lobe of the tail. The gumline in the lower jaw has lighter pigment than on Chinook salmon.

Coho are found in coastal waters of Alaska from Southeast to Point Hope on the Chukchi Sea and in the Yukon River to the Alaska-Yukon border. Coho are extremely adaptable and occur in nearly all accessible bodies of fresh water, from large trans-boundary watersheds to small tributaries.

A school of marine-phase adult Coho salmon. Photo by Roger Tabor, USFWS Coho Salmon take advantage of smaller rivers and tributaries along the Pacific coast that are too small for larger Pacific Salmon species such as Chinook. As a result, they are a popular sport fish in the Puget Sound and can sometimes be found in urban settings if cold, clean,

Coho are a very popular sport fish in Puget Sound. This species uses coastal streams and tributaries, and is often present in small neighborhood streams. Coho can even be found in urban settings if their needs of cold, clean, year-round water are met.

Mar 19, 2020 · Coho populations are small and widely distributed. They use coastal streams and off-channel wintering habitats, which are highly vulnerable to the effects of agriculture and logging. Entering in fall and early winter, coho usually are the last salmon to migrate upriver.

The average size adult coho is around 24 inches and 8-9 pounds, but can range up to 20lbs. Coho salmon have dark metallic blue or greenish backs with silver sides and a light belly and there are small black spots on the back and upper lobe of the tail while in the ocean.

The coho salmon (Oncorhynchus kisutch; Karuk: achvuun) is a species of anadromous fish in the salmon family and one of the five Pacific salmon species. Coho salmon are also known as silver salmon or "silvers".

Few fish possess the charisma and ecological significance of the Coho Salmon. Known for their striking appearance and remarkable life cycle, Coho Salmon hold a cherished place in the Pacific Northwest and are of great interest to both environmentalists and anglers.