Fishing for Black crappie
The black crappie is a freshwater fish known for its distinctive dark, mottled pattern. It typically measures 8-12 inches and weighs 1-2 pounds. Preferring clear lakes and slow-moving rivers, it feeds on insects, crustaceans, and small fish. Black crappies are social, often schooling in deeper waters, especially during cooler months. This summary is AI generated
Recently caught Black crappie
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Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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