by David Young | Jun 29, 2026 | Fishes
Coho Salmon Authors: Max Rysiew and Khai Actymichuk Photo kindly provided by E. R. Keeley, USGS Common names: Coho, Coho Salmon, Silver Salmon, Silvers, Medium Red Salmon (when canned) Scientific name: Oncorynchus kisutch Size range: 24”-30” 8lbs-12lbs, but can...
by David Young | Feb 22, 2026 | Fishes
Shiner Perch Author: Tima B. More information coming soon! References Lamb, A., & Edgell, P. (1986). Coastal Fishes of the Pacific Northwest (1st ed.). Harbour Publishing. Kelp Surfperch – Monterey Scuba board. (2024, May 12). Monterey Scuba Board....
by David Young | Feb 21, 2026 | Fishes
Kelp Surfperch Author: Lachlan Breen Scientific name: Brachyistius frenatus Identification: Kelp Surfperch, also commonly known as Kelp Perch, are a species of surfperch of the family Embiotocidae found throughout the Pacific Northwest. They can be differentiated...
by David Young | Jan 23, 2026 | Fishes
China Rock Fish Common Name: China Rockfish Scientific Name: Sebastes nebulosus Size Range: 26 – 45cm Weight: 4.2lb Identification The China Rockfish also known as the yellowstripe rockfish is a species of ray-finned fish. They are black in colour and speckled...
by David Young | Sep 22, 2024 | Fishes
Authors: Madeline Baldrey and Erin Pringle Scientific name: Eumicrotremus orbis Size range: 2.5 to12.7 cm (1 to 5 inches) Identifying Features: Lumpsuckers are quite small and come in many colours (red, orange, purple, green and brown). They can also have silvery...
by David Young | Sep 22, 2024 | Fishes
Author: Amanda Brager Common Name: Slimy Snailfish Scientific name: Liparis mucosus Size: Slimy snailfish grow to at least 7cm (2.75 inches) in length. Identifying Features: Slimy Snailfish (Liparis mucosus) do not have scales. Their bodies are shaped like...