Salmonids are a family of fish that includes several species of trout and salmon. There are many different synonyms for the word salmonids, including "salmoniformes", "Salmo", "Onchorhynchus", "trout", and "char". These different names refer to the various species and sub-families within the salmonid family. Salmonids are highly prized as game fish, as they are known for their strength and acrobatic leaps when hooked. They are also important commercially, with many species being farmed for human consumption. Whatever name they go by, salmonids are a fascinating and important part of the aquatic ecosystem.