Pink salmon

Oncorhynchus gorbuscha

Family

Salmonidae

Max Length

75.99999904632568 cm

Max Weight

6.8 kg

IUCN Status

Water Type

saltwater, freshwater, mixed

Fishing Spots

514

Overview

Pink salmon or humpback salmon is a species of euryhaline ray-finned fish in the family Salmonidae. It is the type species of the genus Oncorhynchus, and is the smallest and most abundant of the seven officially recognized species of salmon. The species' scientific name is based on the Russian common name for this species gorbúša (горбуша), which literally means humpie.

Where to Find Pink salmon

Alaska, United States179 spots British Columbia, Canada140 spots Washington, United States64 spots Ontario, Canada27 spots Michigan, United States13 spots Minnesota, United States10 spots Oregon, United States5 spots Wisconsin, United States4 spots Manitoba, Canada3 spots Saskatchewan, Canada3 spots

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I catch Pink salmon?+

Pink salmon can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Alaska, United States; British Columbia, Canada; Washington, United States. WikiCatch lists 514 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Pink salmon get?+

Pink salmon (Oncorhynchus gorbuscha) can reach up to 75.99999904632568 cm in length and 6.8 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NE.

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