Trout and Salmon

Types of Fish

Fishing Wisconsin

Wisconsin Fish: Identifying Salmon

Here is some information on the different types of Salmon found in Wisconsin waters.

Chinook Salmon

Chinook Salmon

Illustration of Chinook Salmon by Virgil Beck.

Chinook Salmon Characteristics

  • Spots over entire tail
  • 15 - 19 anal rays
  • Black mouth and gums

    • Coho Salmon

    Coho Salmon

    Illustration of Coho Salmon by Virgil Beck.

    Coho Salmon Characteristics

  • Spots on upper part of tail
  • Black mouth and white gums
  • 13 - 15 anal rays
    • Last Revised: Tuesday February 05 2008