Black Crappie
Pomoxis nigromaculatus · Centrarchidae
Common catalog entry
Identification keys
Use these visible cues as a starting point, then check local rules and review the live result before keeping a fish.
- Irregular dark speckles
- 7-8 dorsal spines
- Deep compressed body
Habitat notes
Lakes · Brush piles · Submerged timber
Active season: Spring spawn
Common approach: Small jigs / minnows
Look-alike check
When a result is uncertain, start with these catalog neighbors. They share family, genus, or habitat signals; this list is a comparison aid, not a substitute for local identification expertise.
- White Crappie (Pomoxis annularis)
- Largemouth Bass (Micropterus salmoides)
- Bluegill (Lepomis macrochirus)
Conservation reminder
Schooling fish; popular table fare.
Seasons, size limits, and keep rules vary by water. Verify the current local regulations before keeping a catch; release it carefully when unsure.
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