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STEELHEAD
DID YOU KNOW? Unlike salmon which die after spawning,steelhead may spawn several times.
SCIENTIFIC NAME: Oncorhynchus mykiss, previously known as Salmo gairdneri.
COMMON NAMES: Kamchatka salmon trout, coastal rainbow trout, silvertrout, salmon trout, steelie, hardhead and ironhead.
DESCRIPTION: In the sea, bluish from above and silvery from below -- tends to be more greenish in freshwater. Small black spots on back and most fins. Up to 45 inches in length and 40 pounds in weight; although usually weighs less than 10 pounds.
LIFE CYCLE: Spawning in streams and rivers, steelhead rear in freshwater for 1 to 4 years before migrating downstream through estuaries to the open ocean. Unlike salmon, steelhead migrate individually rather than in schools. Steelhead spend 1 to 5 years at sea before returning to natal streams or rivers. At least two specific stocks of steelhead have developed; those that enter fresh water during fall, winter and early spring -- the winter run -- and those that enter in spring, summer and early fall -- the summer run. Steelhead do not always die after spawning, but will again migrate through estuaries to the ocean.
HABITAT AND ECOLOGY: Steelhead rely on streams, rivers, estuaries and marine habitat during their lifecycle. In freshwater and estuarine habitats, steelhead feed on small crustaceans, insects and small fishes. Eggs are laid in small and medium gravel and need good water flow (to supply oxygen) to survive. After emerging from the redd (nest) they remain in streams and rivers for 1 to 4 years before migrating through the estuaries to the ocean.
Because young steelhead spend a significant portion of their lives in rivers and streams, they are particularly susceptible to human induced changes to water quality and habitat threats. Poor timber and agricultural management practices can lead to siltation in streams, which may ruin spawning beds or smother the eggs. Additionally, in the Columbia River, migrating steelhead face the physical obstacles and high water temperatures resulting from dams, inadequate water flows in rivers and streams due to water diversions for irrigation, and the impoundment of water for power generation.
RANGE: Steelhead were originally found from northwestern Mexico to the Kuskokwim River in Alaska; however, now it is unusual to find steelhead south of Ventura River, California. Significant steelhead rivers in Oregon include the Rogue, Umpqua and Clackamas Rivers.
ECONOMIC VALUE: Steelhead is one of the top five sport fish in North America, and is caught primarily in streams and rivers. At the present time only Native Americans are allowed to fish for steelhead commercially in Washington or Oregon.
They are a trout that are similar to salmon.
Revised 12/16/96
What else can I help you with?
Is steelhead a type of salmon or trout?
Steelhead is a type of trout, not salmon.
Is steelhead a type of trout or salmon?
Steelhead is a type of trout, not salmon.
Is steelhead trout the same as salmon?
Steelhead trout and salmon are not the same fish, but they are related. Steelhead trout are a type of trout that are closely related to salmon. They are known for their silvery color and are often mistaken for salmon, but they have some differences in terms of size, taste, and habitat.
Is steelhead trout a type of salmon?
Steelhead trout is not a type of salmon, but they are closely related species in the same family of fish. Steelhead trout are actually a type of rainbow trout that migrate to the ocean and then return to freshwater to spawn, similar to salmon.
How does the taste of steelhead trout compare to that of salmon?
The taste of steelhead trout is often described as milder and less oily compared to salmon. Steelhead trout has a slightly sweeter flavor and a more delicate texture than salmon.
What is the difference between steelhead salmon and trout?
Steelhead salmon and trout are actually the same species of fish, but they have different life histories. Steelhead are anadromous, meaning they migrate to the ocean and return to freshwater to spawn, while trout typically stay in freshwater their entire lives. This difference in migration patterns is the main distinction between steelhead salmon and trout.
What does steelhead trout taste like in comparison to salmon?
Steelhead trout has a milder flavor compared to salmon. It is often described as being slightly sweeter and less oily than salmon.
What is the difference between steelhead trout and salmon?
Steelhead trout and salmon are both types of fish that belong to the same family, but they have some key differences. Steelhead trout are a type of rainbow trout that migrate to the ocean and then return to freshwater to spawn, while salmon are a separate species that also migrate to the ocean but die after spawning. Additionally, steelhead trout tend to have a more silvery coloration and a more streamlined body shape compared to salmon.
What are Steelhead?
The only "Steelhead" I am aware of is the Steelhead trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss). It is also called the Rainbow trout. They are a great sportfish and good eating. Salmon
What are the differences between steelhead trout and salmon?
Steelhead trout and salmon are both types of fish that belong to the same family, but there are some key differences between them. Steelhead trout are a type of rainbow trout that migrate to the ocean and return to freshwater to spawn, while salmon are a separate species that also migrate to the ocean but die after spawning. Additionally, steelhead trout tend to have a more silvery coloration and a more streamlined body shape compared to salmon.
What are the differences between steelhead trout fillet and salmon in terms of taste, texture, and nutritional value?
Steelhead trout fillet and salmon differ in taste, texture, and nutritional value. Steelhead trout has a milder flavor compared to salmon, which has a richer taste. In terms of texture, steelhead trout is softer and more delicate, while salmon is firmer and meatier. Nutritionally, both fish are high in protein and omega-3 fatty acids, but salmon typically has higher levels of omega-3s.
Is steelhead the same as salmon?
Steelhead and salmon are both types of fish, but they are not the same. Steelhead are a type of trout that are closely related to salmon, but they are different species. Steelhead are known for their ability to migrate between freshwater and saltwater, similar to salmon, but they have some distinct physical and behavioral differences.
