What is the Atlantic salmon?

Q: What is the Atlantic salmon?


A: The Atlantic salmon is a fish in the family Salmonidae found in the northern Atlantic Ocean and in rivers that flow into the north Atlantic.

Q: Where else have Atlantic salmon been successfully transplanted to?


A: Atlantic salmon have also been successfully transplanted into the north Pacific Ocean.

Q: What are some other names for Atlantic salmon?


A: Other names for Atlantic salmon are: bay salmon, black salmon, caplin-scull salmon, Sebago salmon, silver salmon, fiddler, or outside salmon.

Q: What are landlocked salmon?


A: Landlocked salmon refer to Atlantic salmon that do not reach the sea.

Q: How do Atlantic salmon become landlocked?


A: Atlantic salmon become landlocked due to human interference or natural disasters.

Q: What is the scientific name for Atlantic salmon?


A: The scientific name for Atlantic salmon is Salmo salar.

Q: What family do Atlantic salmon belong to?


A: Atlantic salmon belong to the family Salmonidae.

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