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Danube salmon

Hucho taimen

Not Evaluated Brackish
Max Length
200.0 cm
Max Weight
105.0 kg
Family

Overview

Danube salmon (Hucho taimen) is a brackish-water fish of the family Salmonidae (Salmons and trouts), in the order Salmoniformes. Maximum recorded length is 200 cm, with a maximum published weight of 105 kg. Recorded habitats include estuaries.

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Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 200.0 cm
Maximum Weight 105.0 kg

Habitat & Distribution

Estuaries

Water Type
Brackish

Fishing Information

Game Fish
Yes

Taxonomy

Order Salmoniformes (Salmon and trout)
Family Salmonidae (Salmons and trouts)
Species Hucho taimen

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Danube salmon get?
Danube salmon can grow up to 200.0 cm long and weigh 105.0 kg.
Where is Danube salmon found?
Estuaries
What family does Danube salmon belong to?
Danube salmon (Hucho taimen) belongs to the family Salmonidae (Salmons and trouts) in the order Salmoniformes (Salmon and trout).

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