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The chum is the second largest salmon species. They are terrific fighters due to size and disposition. Hook one that breaks off or spits a lure and it still leaps just to remind you of how angry it was that you messed with it.

They are sold as "silver-brites" in the retail markets when harvested at sea. On the river they deteriorate rather quickly and transform with bands of color that range from green/red/purple. Snouts on males hook severely and teeth protrude to give them a ferocious appearance that is canine; thus the nicname "dogs".

Tremendous catch-and-relase fish but heaven help you if you foul hook one in the tail; you'll be on the freight train to hell before it's over...

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