Back Crappie
Compete
Distribution
Black Crappie Distribution
Black Crappie
Category Panfish
Species Black Crappie
Scientific Name Pomoxis nigromaculatus
Other Names Speck, Calico Bass, Crappie
Freshwater Yes
Saltwater No
Habitat Lakes, ponds, sloughs and backwaters and slow moving sections of streams and rivers.  Tend to prefer holding near vegetation or structure such as submerged wood, but will also suspend in open water.  Prefers clear water.
Size On average, tends to carry the same trophy potential as Black Crappie, with a 17 inch, or 3 lb fish regarded my most anglers as a true trophy.
Record 4 lbs 8 oz
Angling Qualities It's tastiness and ability to reach 'plate-size' proportions, ranks it among one of North America most popular panfish.


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