King Salmon(Oncorhynchus tshawytscha)
WILD NORD PACIFIC FISH. FAO 61
Packing and Cut
WHOLE ROUND -HEAD ON . BLOCK FROZEN. PACKED IN BAGS or CARTON
HEAD ON , GUTTED BLOCK FROZEN. PACKED IN BAGS or CARTON
HEAD OFF, GUTTED BLOCK FROZEN OR IQF , PACKED IN BAGS or CARTON
FILLETS IWP, IVP, CARTON
HEADS
PIECES AND BITS
BELLY
SKIN
Wert
King Salmon
(Oncorhynchus tshawytscha)
King Salmon
The largest of all salmon species, recognized for its high oil content, succulent texture and rich flavor.
Also called chinook or spring salmon.
4- to 7-year life cycle.
Whole fish generally range in weight from 5 to 40 pounds, with dressed, head-off fish weighing 4 to 35 pounds.
Caught by troll, gillnet and seine.