About The Word Nerka
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Nerka
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What's The Definition Of Nerka?Synonyms | Synonyms for Nerka: Related Terms | Find terms related to Nerka: See Also | Nerka In Webster's Dictionary \Ner"ka\, n. [Russ. niarka, prob. fr. native name.]
(Zo["o]l.)
The most important salmon of Alaska ({Oncorhinchus nerka}),
ascending in spring most rivers and lakes from Alaska to
Oregon, Washington, and Idaho; -- called also {red salmon},
{redfish}, {blueback}, and {sawqui}.
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