Bristol Bay sockeye sizes show improvement following record lows

Last year's sockeye were, on average, the smallest ever recorded.

Bristol Bay salmon fishing in 2025 showed improvement in fish weight and length following a concerning 2024. — Bristol Bay salmon fishing in 2025 showed improvement in fish weight and length following a concerning 2024.Photo: BBRSDA / Front page: Photo: Andy Straley

Rachel Sapin

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Published 22 August 2025, 20:03Updated 25 August 2025, 19:33

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