Black Crappie

The "speckled perch"  a beloved panfish prized for its beauty, its fight, and its place on the dinner table.

The black crappie is one of the most popular and recognizable panfish in North America. With its striking silver-green body covered in irregular black speckles and spots, the black crappie is as handsome as it is fun to catch. A schooling fish by nature, once you find one you find many making them a favorite for family fishing days and beginner anglers while still earning the respect of seasoned pond managers.

Black crappie prefer clear, vegetated water and thrive in well-managed ponds and lakes. They are highly sought after not just for sport but for eating — their white, flaky, mild flesh is considered among the finest table fare of any freshwater fish. Stock them and you're adding both a beautiful fishery and a reliable food source to your pond.

Stocking Rates (We only recommend in ponds over 2 acres.)
New pond: 100-150 Per acre
Existing pond: 50-100 per acre