atlantic salmon

• Especie de salmón (Salmo salar) que habita en el norte del océano Atlántico y sus ríos tributarios, conocida por su ciclo de vida migratorio y valorada como pez comercial.

A species of salmon (Salmo salar) found in the northern Atlantic Ocean and its tributary rivers, known for its migratory life cycle and valued as a food fish.

1. Fish speciesB2formal

   A species of salmon (Salmo salar) found in the northern Atlantic Ocean and its tributaries, known for its migratory life cycle and pink flesh.

   salmón del Atlántico

   • Atlantic salmon are born in freshwater rivers and migrate to the sea.
   • The population of wild Atlantic salmon has declined due to overfishing.
   • Atlantic salmon is often farmed for commercial consumption.

2. Food ingredientA2formal

   The flesh of the Atlantic salmon used as a food source, valued for its flavor and nutritional content.

   Salmón del Atlántico (como alimento)

   • Grilled Atlantic salmon is a popular dish in many restaurants.
   • She prepared a salad with smoked Atlantic salmon.
   • Atlantic salmon is rich in omega-3 fatty acids.