* Generally: Salmon are typically larger than trout. They grow to larger sizes and have a more robust build.
* Specifics:
* Atlantic salmon: Can reach up to 6 feet long and weigh over 80 pounds.
* Pacific salmon: Can grow even bigger, with some species like Chinook salmon exceeding 6 feet and 100 pounds.
* Trout: While some trout can be quite large, like the lake trout (which can reach 5 feet and 70 pounds), they are generally smaller than salmon.
* Exceptions: There are some small salmon species, like the Dolly Varden, and some large trout species, like the Arctic char, that blur the lines.
In conclusion: It's best to say that salmon are generally larger than trout, but the size of both fish varies considerably depending on species and environmental factors.