Do chum salmon molt

Yes, chum salmon do molt, but it primarily occurs during their early life stages. As juvenile salmon, they undergo a process called smoltification, where they transition from freshwater to saltwater, which includes shedding their skin and scales to adapt to the new environment. This molting process is crucial for their survival as they prepare for life in the ocean. However, once they reach adulthood, they do not molt in the same way.