What Time of Year Do Salmon Spawn?

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Most salmon will spawn between September and December.

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The exact time of spawning depends on factors such as water temperature, oxygen level, type of habitat, and type of salmon.

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Chinook or king salmon typically spawn between the months September and December. 

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Coho salmon spawn between September and November. 

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Chum salmon spawn a little later; between November and December. 

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Pink salmon can spawn as early as July and as late as October. 

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Sockeye salmon commonly spawn sometime between July and November. 

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Atlantic salmon are late spawners. Their spawning period stretches from October through December. 

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Get even more interesting facts about the spawning periods of all the salmon types via the link below!

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