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jack salmon

American  

Etymology

Origin of jack salmon

1970–75, Amer.

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The minimum size limit for chinook is 12 inches, and a jack salmon is considered a fish under 24 inches long.

From Seattle Times Apr. 23, 2017

It is unlawful to angle for jack salmon after the adult daily bag limit has been reached. • Seasons may be subject to in-season modifications.

From Seattle Times Oct. 18, 2012

She didn't land a steelhead in this hole, but caught and released four fish, which were a mix of jack salmon and triploids.

From Seattle Times Oct. 8, 2011

During August 1 through September 9, the daily bag limit is two adult salmon/steelhead in combination, only one of which may be a chinook, and five jack salmon.

From Seattle Times Aug. 23, 2011

Jesse was so lucky as to take two fine wall-eyed pike, here called jack salmon, on his set line, as well as two catfish.

From The Young Alaskans on the Missouri by Hough, Emerson

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