kokanee

/kɑːˈkiː/ or /kɒˈkeɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

a landlocked sockeye salmon (Oncorhynchus nerka) that is native to the lakes of British Columbia and Alberta, Canada

“The kokanee are abundant in the lake, providing a popular fishing spot for locals and tourists alike.”

Synonyms

  • red salmon
  • sockeye salmon

Antonyms

  • atlantic salmon
  • chum salmon