Chum Salmon

Oncorhynchus keta

Also Known As

Salmon, Chum, Keta, Dog salmon, Calico salmon, Chub

U.S. wild-caught chum salmon is a smart seafood choice because it is sustainably managed and responsibly harvested under U.S. regulations.

Availability	Fresh from late summer to spring and frozen and canned year-round.
Source	U.S. wild-caught from Alaska and Washington and occasionally Oregon.
Taste	Chum salmon has a lower oil content than other wild salmon, so it has a relatively mild flavor.
Texture	Firm and meaty.
Color	Raw chum is orange, pink, or red and is paler than sockeye, coho, and Chinook salmon.
Health Benefits	Chum salmon is low in sodium and a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, protein, niacin, vitamin B12, and selenium.