coho salmon
coho salmon Lexical Profile
• noun
North American A species of anadromous salmon native to the North Pacific Ocean and its connecting river systems, recognized by its silver sides in the ocean phase and highly prized in commercial and recreational fishing.
"During the autumn run, thousands of coho salmon migrate upstream to their natal rivers to spawn."
The edible flesh of the coho salmon, characterized by its reddish-orange color, delicate texture, and medium-to-high fat content.
"For dinner, the chef prepared a cedar-planked coho salmon served with a side of roasted root vegetables."
Word Origin & Etymology
The word 'coho' derives from the Halkomelem language word 'kʷəxʷəθ', an indigenous Coast Salishan language of British Columbia, while 'salmon' traces back to the Latin 'salmo'.
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