Salmon
Salmon (săm′ən)
Salmon (/ˈsæmən/) is a common name for several species of ray-finned fish in the family Salmonidae. Other fish in the same family include trout, char, grayling and whitefish. Salmon are native to tributaries of the North Atlantic (genus Salmo) and Pacific Ocean (genus Oncorhynchus).
Etymology
The word "salmon" comes from the Latin salmo, which in turn may have originated from salire, meaning "to leap".
Species
There are several different species of salmon, including the Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar), Chinook salmon (Oncorhynchus tshawytscha), and Pink salmon (Oncorhynchus gorbuscha).
Life Cycle
Salmon are anadromous: they are born in fresh water, migrate to the ocean, then return to fresh water to reproduce. This process is known as salmon run.
Health Benefits
Salmon is a source of high-quality protein, vitamin D, and omega-3 fatty acids, making it a popular choice for a healthy diet.
Related Terms
- Salmon Run: The phenomenon of salmon returning to their birthplace to spawn.
- Salmon Roe: The eggs of a salmon, used in cooking and certain types of sushi.
- Salmon Farming: The commercial production of salmon.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Salmon
- Wikipedia's article - Salmon
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