Oncorhynchus keta

Open-sea hunters

  • Chum salmon
  • Chumlachs
  • Chum zalm
  • Saumon kéta
  • Chum
  • Salmone keta

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 250 Meters.
    • Uncommon Species

    General behaviour of the species

    • The species is migrating
    • Species generally solitary
    • The animal is fearful of the diver

    General characteristics of the species

    • Maximum size : 100 cm
    • Maximum age known : 7 year(s)
    • The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
    • Diet : - - Fishes

    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