Oncorhynchus tshawytscha

Open-sea hunters

Chinook salmon
Quinnat
Chinook zalm
Saumon chinook
Salmon chinook

Distribution

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

The species is generally found in the open sea.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
The species can be found between 0 and 375 Meters.
Uncommon Species

General behaviour of the species

The species is migrating
Species generally living in a group
The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 150 cm
Maximum age known : 9 year(s)
The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
Diet : Fishes - - Insects

Relationship with humans

The species is in great demand and highly appreciated
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
- -Sport or local fishing