What is another word for pacific sturgeon?
Pronunciation: [pɐsˈɪfɪk stˈɜːd͡ʒən] (IPA) 
The Pacific sturgeon is also known by several other names. One common synonym is the white sturgeon, which refers to the species' pale, almost white underside. Another synonym is the Columbia River sturgeon, named for the river where the fish is native. The green sturgeon is another synonym, as it describes the greenish tint that the sturgeon's skin takes on when it is in deeper water. Finally, some will refer to the Pacific sturgeon as simply the West Coast sturgeon, as it is found primarily along the western coast of North America. Regardless of the name used, the Pacific sturgeon is a prized fish for both commercial and recreational fishing.
