Chinook salmon - Wikipedia
The Chinook salmon / ʃ ɪ ˈ n ʊ k / (Oncorhynchus tshawytscha) is the largest and most valuable species of Pacific salmon. [2] Its common name is derived from the Chinookan peoples. Other vernacular names for the species include king salmon, Quinnat salmon, Tsumen, spring salmon, chrome hog, Blackmouth, and Tyee salmon.
What Makes Spring Chinook Different? | Fish Species
Spring Chinook, as defined in the Columbia River region, are often regarded as the best-tasting salmon in the world. The fishery is a highly anticipated time that brings multitudes of anglers to both boat and bank, to try their hand at these impressive fish.
Spring Chinook Salmon - Native Fish Society
Spring Chinook salmon are among the largest of the Pacific salmon species. Chinook salmon are native to cold-water rivers in North America from California to Alaska, as well as Northern Japan, and rivers feeding the Siberian Sea.
Rewriting the Story of Spring Chinook - Wild Salmon Center
Dec 5, 2018 · The genetics help explain why wild spring Chinook are nearly extinct across most of their former range in Washington, Oregon and California. “Springers” have suffered more acutely than fall Chinook from 150 years of land use changes.
Spring Chinook Salmon - pacificrivers.org
Over the last decade, Dr. Michael Miller and his research team at UC Davis have confirmed that spring Chinook salmon are genetically distinct from fall Chinook salmon. Today we know which unique genetic attributes created their ability to enter freshwater early and migrate far upstream.
First Salmon, Last Chance - Wild Salmon Center
Feb 10, 2021 · Of all ocean-going Pacific salmon, spring Chinook are the first to return to freshwater each year. They arrive in their home rivers as early as March, holding enough energy reserves in their flesh to allow them to fast for months before spawning.
Tips and Tactics for Spring Chinook - Dennis Dauble Books
Spring-run Chinook salmon, commonly known as “springers,” are arguably the most prized of all Pacific salmon, no matter whether your druthers relate to the challenge of hooking one, their fighting prowess or your culinary tastes.
10 Ways to Catch More Spring Chinook Salmon - Dennis Dauble …
10 Ways to Catch More Spring Chinook Salmon For centuries, western Indian tribes have heralded the arrival of spring Chinook salmon with a first salmon ceremony. Commercial salmon trollers look forward to the opportunity to pay off some bills.
Brooks: Spring Salmon Tips for the Tactical Angler
With April upon us and summer just around, the corner Spring Chinook anglers will be looking towards the main tributaries of the Columbia River for some last-minute chrome fish. Jason Brooks breaks down where and how to target these fish …
Spring Chinook Salmon Fishing Tips and Techniques
Feb 9, 2011 · Spring Chinook fishing isn’t easy and I want to spend my time in the most productive water possible. The key difference between Tillamook tide water and the lower 146 miles of the Columbia River is that in Tillamook those fish are only a few miles and days/weeks from spawning and their spawning grounds.