Safariology® Life Cycle: Salmon

Explore the remarkable, multi-stage journey of the salmon with this comprehensive educational set. Featuring five hand-painted, scientifically accurate figures, this set illustrates the complex transformation from egg to adult fish as they migrate between freshwater streams and the vast ocean. 

The Five Stages of Development:

• Salmon Eggs: A cluster of eggs, or a "redd," in the gravel of a freshwater stream, where development begins and the alevin are nourished by a yolk sac.

• Alevin: The newly hatched salmon, which remains in the protective gravel while absorbing its remaining yolk sac.

• Fry (Parr): Once the yolk sac is absorbed, the fry emerges from the gravel to actively feed on small insects in the stream, developing distinct vertical markings (parr marks) for camouflage.

• Adult/Oceanic Salmon: A strong swimmer that has adapted to saltwater and migrated to the ocean, where it spends several years maturing.

• Spawning Salmon: The mature adult in breeding coloration, returning to its exact birthplace upstream to lay eggs and complete the life cycle. 

Key Features:

• Educational Tool: An engaging resource for teaching biology lessons, perfect for science projects, and a tactile way to understand the salmon's anadromous life history.

• Scientifically Accurate: Each figure is professionally sculpted and painted to showcase realistic features and the authentic changes the salmon undergoes.

• Safety First: Made from durable, high-quality, BPA-free, and non-toxic materials, ensuring safe use for children ages 4 and up.

• Product Dimensions: The figures vary in size, with the adult salmon measuring approximately 2 to 3.5 inches in length. 

Ideal For: Classrooms, homeschooling, nature displays, and any marine life enthusiast looking to understand this fascinating biological process.