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Not All Pink Fish Are Created Equal: Char Vs Salmon

Which fish should you target—or eat? We’ve got the answers.

July 15, 2025

At first glance, Arctic char and salmon could pass as fishy twins—both sleek, both cold-water dwellers, and both showing off that trademark pink flesh. But look a little closer, and the differences start to stand out. Whether you're fishing up north or shopping for dinner, knowing how to tell them apart can make a big difference in taste, texture, and tactics. In this guide, we’re diving deep into the differences between Arctic char and salmon—from where they swim to how they cook, and which one might win your next meal or fishing trip.

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Arctic Char is a great fish to cook at home. It has a light flavor that works well with many ingredients, making it easy to use in all kinds of meals. Whether you're new to cooking fish or have done it many times before, this one is simple to prepare and doesn’t need much to taste good.

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Arctic Char vs Salmon

On paper, you might notice that Salmon and Char are both relatively similar, as they are both large and predatory salmonids that will fight with everything that they have and that taste amazing. However, this is about all that they have in common, and they are actually very different. 

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