Pink Salmon

Oncorhynchus gorbuscha

Also Known As

Humpback salmon, Humpy, Gorbusch, Haddo, Holia

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

Availability	Fresh from late summer to fall, and frozen and canned year-round.
Source	U.S. wild caught from Alaska, Washington, and Oregon.
Taste	Pink salmon has a low oil content so it’s generally lean and mild-flavored.
Texture	Softer meat than most salmon with a small flake.
Color	Pink salmon’s meat is pale pink and lacks the orange tint of other salmon species.
Health Benefits	Pink salmon is low in sodium and is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, protein, niacin, vitamin B12, and selenium.