How To Cut Salmon Properly At Home

Cut Salmon Properly

Have you ever wanted to know how to cut salmon properly in your home? It can seem daunting if you’ve never done it before, but with some guidance, it’s a breeze. In this blog post, we’ll teach you how to section and fillet salmon like a pro. So whether you’re cooking for one or for … Read more

Coho Salmon vs Sockeye: What’s The Difference?

Coho Salmon vs Sockeye

When you look at Coho salmon vs Sockeye salmon, they may seem similar. But they are actually two different species of fish. Here’s a closer look at the differences between these two types of salmon. Coho salmon and sockeye salmon are both types of Pacific salmon. They are very similar in appearance, but there are … Read more

The Life Cycle of Wild Atlantic Salmon

Life Cycle of Wild Atlantic Salmon

To preserve the dwindling populations of wild Atlantic salmon, we must first understand their life cycle.  Spawning occurs in late winter and early spring when adult salmon return to the streams where they were born. There, they lay eggs in sheltered areas among rocks and gravel. The eggs hatch within a few weeks, and the … Read more

Best Salmon Fishing in the U.S.

Top 10 Destinations for Salmon Fishing in the U.S.

Fishing the fresh waters scattered across the United States for salmon is a favorite past-time for many. The relaxation the calming waters bring as you fully immerse yourself in nature is unmatched.  Some of the best places to fish for salmon in the U.S. are found in the northern states such as Alaska, New York, … Read more

How Does Salmon Get Its Color?

Color of Salmon

Astaxanthin is a naturally occurring carotenoid pigment – in the same family of nutrients as vitamin A – principally produced by plants and algae or chemically synthesized. Carotenoid pigments are produced by algae, fungi, yeast and plants. While all living organisms require carotenoids in one form or another for proper growth and development, crustaceans, mammals … Read more

Aquaculture Systems: A Comprehensive Guide To The Different Types

Types of Aquaculture

Aquaculture is the farming of aquatic organisms, including fish, mollusks, crustaceans, and aquatic plants. Aquaculture systems are used to produce these organisms in a controlled environment. This comprehensive guide will explore the different types of aquaculture systems and their benefits and drawbacks. Aquaculture was first developed in China about 4,000 years ago. Since then, the … Read more

Are Salmon Freshwater or Saltwater Fish?

salmon facts blog

There isn’t a difference between freshwater salmon and saltwater salmon, as they’re the same species. So, when you’re trying to identify whether you’re looking at a salmon freshwater or saltwater “species,” you need to know where the salmon spent its adulthood.  The Nuances of Freshwater and Saltwater Salmon Habitats It’s important to explore the question, … Read more