Sockeye (Red) Salmon
Red salmon, Blueback (Columbia and Quinault Rivers),
Kokanee or "Silver Trout" (landlocked form)
5-8 lbs, up to 15 lbs
Sockeye are unique in that they require a lake to
rear in as a fry. In Washington state sockeye can be found in Baker Lake, Ozette Lake,
Quinault Lake, Lake Washington, and Lake Wenatchee.
The mouth is white and the gum line is white. The lips are fleshy.
The teeth are small and well developed in both jaws.
There are no teeth on the base of the tongue.
There are no spots on the tail.