Salmon Fishing in Canada: Types of Salmon Fish

Salmon fish is a type of commercial fish that belongs to the Oncorhynchus family. Salmon fish is also known as pacific salmon. During the breeding season, the pacific salmon migrate from the open pacific to their spawning place. The life span of the salmon fish is 6 years. There are many types of salmon fish in Canada including king salmon, silver salmon and pink salmon.

The king salmon fish is the largest species of all samon fish. It can weight over 100 lbs. Since it has a heavy weight, you will need to use a spoon or squid to troll. To catch king salmon, you must troll the fishing line to a depth of 50 feet. King salmon fish always roam around at the bottom of the river bed. While fishing for salmon at the bottom, you should use a depth finder to prevent snagging the fishing gear on the valleys.

Silver salmon fish is also known as Coho salmon fish. Coho is frequently seen swimming near the surface of the water. If you saw the salmon fish, you should quickly attach a buzz bomb to the fishing line and cast it into the water. You can find Coho salmon fish in several places including Lover’s Cove, Stuart Island and Henry Island.

Pink salmon has the largest distribution and population. It is easiest to catch compare with other salmon fishes. Male pink salmon can be spotted by the large hump and dorsal fin. They often jump up to the surface of the water like the herring fish. Pink salmon is commonly seen in a school of fish. When you notice a school of pink salmon, you should cast out the fishing line with Buzz bomb. Pink salmon can be found in the ocean water in San Juan Island, Henry and Stuart.