What is another word for Coho Salmon?
Pronunciation: [kˈə͡ʊhə͡ʊ sˈamən] (IPA) 
Coho Salmon is a fish species that has many different synonyms. In Alaska, it is sometimes called silver salmon for its bright silver scales. In British Columbia, it is known as blueback salmon due to the blue-green hue that appears on its back. Another name for coho salmon is hooknose salmon, which comes from the males' distinctive hooked jaws that form during spawning. Silver trout is another name that is used in some areas, but this often causes confusion with the true trout species. In Japan, coho salmon is known as masu salmon, while in Russia, it is referred to as Siberian salmon. Regardless of the name used, coho salmon is a highly prized fish for its flavor and nutritional benefits.
