Black crappie
Pomoxis nigromaculatus
Where at Shedd?
At Home on the Great Lakes
| Diet | Small crustaceans, larvae and fishes |
|---|---|
| Size | Length: Up to 19.3 inches (49 cm); common length 10.8 inches (27.5 cm) |
| Type | Fishes |
| Range | Southeast Canada and Eastern United States. Widely introduced to other areas of North America |
| Habitat | Lakes, streams and rivers |
Did you know?
- Both black and white crappie are speckled fish—sometimes hard to tell apart—but the black crappie is slightly darker.
- Razorback and high-finned bass—both are common names for the black crappie, owing to its large flashy fins, thin body and tall profile.