Landlocked salmon are a type of salmon that live in freshwater lakes instead of migrating to the ocean. They are typically descendants of Atlantic salmon or Pacific salmon that have adapted to life in a lake environment. These fish can grow to significant sizes and are popular among anglers due to their fighting ability and taste. Unlike their ocean-going relatives, landlocked salmon do not undergo the same migratory patterns. They rely on the lake's ecosystem for food, feeding on smaller fish and aquatic insects. This adaptation allows them to thrive in isolated freshwater habitats, making them a unique species within the salmon family.