Specifications

Oncorhynchus nerka

Oncorhynchus nerka has speckles on its deep bluegreen back and silver sides. Its smallflaked flesh is the most intensely red of the 5 Pacific salmon species. Whole sockeye have an average weight of approximately 2,7 kg 6 lbs, but can range between 1 kg 2 lbs and 4 kg 9 lbs. The high fat content of sockeye imparts an intense rich flavor to its firm textured flesh.