Blueback Salmon Collection

A female (in front) and male Sockeye salmon (Oncorhynchus nerka) over eggs in their spawning river. Adams River, British Columbia, Canada, October

Pair of Sockeye salmon (Oncorhynchus nerka) on their redd in a shallow stream. Female in front of male. Huihil Creek, Adams River, British Colombia, Canada, October

Three Sockeye salmon/ Red salmon (Oncorhynchus nerka) swimming upstream as they migrate back to the river of their birth to spawn

Sockeye salmon (Oncorhynchus nerka) males fighting in river Adams River, British Columbia, Canada. October

Underwater view of Brown bear (Ursus arctos) paw fishing for Sockeye salmon (Oncorhynchus nerka) with paw outstretched. Ozernaya River, Kuril Lake, South Kamtchatka Sanctuary, Far East Russia. August

Sockeye Salmon (Oncorhynchus nerka) travelling upstream on spawning migration, Adams river, British Columbia, Canada, October Taken for the Freshwater Project

A split level photo of group of Sockeye salmon (Oncorhynchus nerka) fighting their way upstream as they migrate back to the river of their birth to spawn, trees showing autumnal colours

Portrait of Male Sockeye salmon (Oncorhynchus nerka) showing teeth. Adams River, British Columbia, Canada, October

Two Sockeye / Red Salmon (Oncorhynchus nerka), female digging riverbed to lay eggs on spawning ground. Trees showing autumnal colours, Adams river, British Columbia, Canada. October

Split level photo of Sockeye salmon (Oncorhynchus nerka) swimming upstream, migrating back to the river of its birth to spawn. Trees showing autumnal colours

Split level of Sockeye salmon (Oncorhynchus nerka) during migration; Adams River, British Columbia, Canada. October

Sockeye salmon (Oncorhynchus nerka) migration, Adams River, British Columbia, Canada. October

A split level photo of group of Sockeye salmon (Oncorhynchus nerka) fighting their way upstream as they migrate back to the river of their birth to spawn, trees showing autumnal colours

Brown bear (Ursus arctos), fishing for Sockeye salmon (Oncorhynchus nerka) in the Ozernaya River, Kuril Lake, South Kamtchatka Sanctuary, Far East Russia. August

Sockeye / Red Salmon (Oncorhynchus nerka) on spawning migration. Adams River, British Columbia, Canada, October

Salmon landing on head of Grizzly bear (Ursus arctos horribilis) as it is leaping up rapids, Katmai National Park, Alaska, USA

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The breathtaking beauty of the blueback salmon, also known as Sockeye salmon (Oncorhynchus nerka), is a sight to behold. In the crystal-clear waters of a shallow stream, a magnificent pair of these salmon swim side by side, showcasing their vibrant colors and distinctive features. The female takes the lead, gracefully gliding through the water with her male companion close behind. As autumn sets in and nature paints the surrounding trees with warm hues, three determined Sockeye salmon make their arduous journey upstream. Against all odds, they navigate back to the river where they were born, driven by an instinctual need to spawn, and is a testament to their resilience and unwavering determination. In another scene captured along the Adams River in British Columbia, Canada, two female Sockeye salmon diligently dig into the riverbed to create spawning grounds for their precious eggs. Surrounded by trees adorned in autumnal splendor, these females fulfill their vital role in perpetuating their species. Amidst this natural spectacle unfolds an intense battle between rival males fighting for dominance over territory and mates. Their fierce clashes echo through the Adams River as they strive to secure reproductive success. Underwater lies yet another predator drawn by this annual phenomenon - a Brown bear extends its powerful paw into the water with hopes of catching one of these prized fish for its own sustenance. A split-level photo captures a mesmerizing view of a group of Sockeye salmon swimming effortlessly against both current and gravity during migration. They surge forward towards destiny's call amidst breathtaking scenery painted by fall foliage along Adams River. This remarkable migration continues unabated as countless Sockeye salmon embark on this epic journey home year after year. Their collective effort shapes ecosystems and provides sustenance for various creatures that depend on them for survival.