Black Crappie
NameBlack Crappie
Scientific NamePomoxis nigromaculatus
Common NamesBlack Crappie, Speckled Perch, Papermouth, Calico Bass
FamilyCentrarchidae
OriginNorth America, Eastern United States, Central United States, Southeastern Canada
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)125
Max Size (Inches)19
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)60-75
pH Range6.0-8.0
Compatible SpeciesOther large, robust North American native fish, Large Bluegill, Yellow Perch
Description
The Black Crappie is a popular North American freshwater game fish known for its distinctive speckled pattern and deep, compressed body. It is a predatory species that feeds on smaller fish and invertebrates, making it an exciting, though challenging, aquarium inhabitant for those with large setups. They prefer clear, vegetated waters.
