Atlantic Salmon
Salmo salar
Adult Atlantic salmon spend much of their growth phase in the North Atlantic before returning to rivers to spawn. At sea they prey on small fish, squid, and crustaceans, using speed and strong swimming to capture food. During spawning runs they may stop feeding, leap obstacles, and compete aggressively for position on gravel beds. A notable fact is their powerful homing ability, which helps many adults return to the river system where they hatched.
- Type
- Water
- Conservation status
- NT
Growth chain
- Atlantic Salmon Fry
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- Atlantic Salmon