Species catalog

Kokanee

Oncorhynchus nerka

Kokanee (Oncorhynchus nerka) belongs to the family Salmonidae. Habitat: fresh water.

Kokanee (Oncorhynchus nerka), illustration

Profile

Scientific nameOncorhynchus nerka
FamilySalmonidae
HabitatFresh water
GroupSalmonids
Regional lists in FishincUSA and Canada freshwater

Identifying features

  • Landlocked sockeye salmon in spawning colours: bright red body, olive-green head, humped back and hooked jaw
  • Adipose fin
  • No distinct black spots

Kokanee in other languages

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