McHenry County Conservation District / McHenry County College / BlackCrappie
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Information: MCCD # (815) 338-6223

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BlackCrappie Common Name:
Black Crappie
 
 
Scientific Name: Pomoxis nigromaculatus

 

Length or Size: 3.5 - 8 inches after 2 years. 12 inches after 4 years.

 

Comment: Popular freshwater panfish. Has 7-8 dorsal spines whereas white crappie has only 6. Prefers clearer water than white crappie.