Researchers Sean Godwin and Martin Krkosek bring you this comprehensive field identification guide for the seven anadromous (sea-run) species of Oncorhynchus across five life stages. Drawn from their extensive field work, this guide presents key characteristics, behaviour and habitat throughout these life stages. The authors have included: Summary tables of field characteristics, Natural history, Distribution maps, Life cycle for each species, Observations of salmon in the wild, The conservation status of these species of North American Pacific salmon. Joseph Tomelleri's 92 illustrations show the life stages and identification of each species and are accompanied by Tavish Campbell's dynamic close-up photos. This field guide is a must-have for your wildlife library.