Norway Atlantic Salmon
Salmo salar
- 1lakes
- 18logged catches
- 102 kg heaviest logged
Norway Atlantic Salmon (Salmo salar) is found in fast-flowing rivers and cold coastal waters. It’s a prized catch and a proud symbol of Norwegian fishing tradition. Most Norway Atlantic Salmon weigh around 5-7 kg, though some giants reach up to 50+ kg. Salmon can be caught in many ways, but in open coastal waters, trolling tends to give the best results. Their diet includes small fish like herring and sardines, shrimp, and insect larvae. But despite their appetite, Norway Atlantic Salmon are sharp-eyed and cautious. To succeed, anglers need delicate, nearly invisible rigs and precise lure presentation.
What actually catches it ranked by real logged catches
Baits
Lures
Best setups by lake 1 lakes with data
Skårland Fjord — 18 catches , best 102 kg
- Trophy Plug 115 g, #8/0 Spinning Boat 6×
- Saltwater Spoon 250 g, #9/0 Spinning Boat 1×
- Atlantic Herring Golden Hook #9/0 Feeder bottom Boat 1×
- Club-Series Medium Spoon 56 g, #6/0 Spinning Boat 1×
How to catch
How to catch a unique Norway Atlantic Salmon? You can catch this fish either with bait or lures.
If you prefer to use natural baits, then the best way to catch Norway Atlantic Salmon would be to use Atlantic Herring on a size #9/0 hook.
If you are more into artificial lures, you should go for some Plugs. The most successful lure is Silver/Gold Trophy Plug 115 g, #8/0.
Where to find it
Also listed as effective documented, but not seen in the catch log
Finger Mullets
Scaled Sardines
Split Tail Mullet
Crab
Gulf Shrimp
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Atlantic Herring
Lesser Sand Eel
Trophy Plug 115 g, #8/0
Saltwater Spoon 250 g, #9/0
Club-Series Medium Spoon 56 g, #6/0
X-Series Crankbait 5 m, #6/0
Club-Series Bullet Spinner 36 g, #4/0
Saltwater Spoon 250 g, #9/0