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What kind of salmon is pink salmon?

Asked: Tom Dietz, Last Updated:

Pacific salmon Pink salmon (Oncorhynchus gorbusha) are the most common Pacific salmon. They have very light colored, flavored flesh and low-fat content. Pink salmon are often canned but also sold fresh, frozen, and smoked.

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