What is the average weight of a crappie?

The black crappie is a freshwater fish found in North America, one of the two crappies. It is very similar to the white crappie in size, shape, and habits, except that it is darker, with a pattern of black spots.

How much does a 14 inch black crappie weight?

At fourteen inches, the typical black crappie weighs 1.7 pounds and will be 14.3 years old. A 14-inch white crappie will be 1.4 pounds and 9.1 years old.

Is a 2 lb crappie big?

A 1-pound crappie is considered a nice catch. A 1 1/2-pounder is a really something. And anything over 2 pounds is one to brag about.

What is a good size crappie?

A trophy size lies in the eye of the beholder, but most anglers would agree that crappie of about 15 inches and 2lb can be considered trophy fish.

What's the largest crappie ever caught?

The black crappie would weigh an astonishing 5 lbs 7.68 oz, making it not only the new Tennessee state record (previously held since 1985) but the world record.

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What is the world record crappie caught?

Angler Jam Ferguson caught an absolute giant of a crappie in a pond in Paint Rock, Tennessee, that weighed in at a whopping 5.46 pounds. For those of you who aren't familiar with crappie fishing or fishing in general, this is groundbreaking.

What's the lifespan of a crappie?

This species is known to live at least 15 years. During the first four years of life, young black crappies grow quickly in the warm waters of the southern US while growth is slower in cooler northern U.S. waters. Black crappies reach maturity at 2-4 years of age.

How long does it take for a crappie to get full size?

Fingerling crappie that are stocked as 3 to 4 inches in the fall will grow to 7 to 9 inches in a year. Depending on the food supply, these could be 10 inches by year two and large enough to enter the catch. I have seen crappie in small pounds larger than 2 pounds.

How deep are crappie right now?

You're likely to find the crappie hanging out in waters 6 to 12 feet deep and remember, finding structure is not as important as finding food for the crappie.

What is the biggest crappie caught in the US?

It's official, Lionel Ferguson's 5-pound, 7-ounce black crappie is the new IGFA All-Tackle world record! Caught on May 15, 2018 in Richeison Pond, in Loudon County. Ferguson's monster crappie replaced the previous record of 5 pound which was set back in 2006.

What is the biggest bluegill ever caught?

The current all-tackle bluegill record is held by T. Hudson, who caught a 4-pound 12-ounce fish on April 9, 1950 in Alabama's Ketona Lakes. No other details about the catch are recorded by the IGFA, but subsequent stories say the fish was 15 inches long and had an incredible 18.25-inch girth.

What crappie gets bigger white or black?

One way to tell the difference between white and black crappies is by their size & body shape. Black Crappie tend to grow larger than white crappie overall. They are usually thicker and more dense than White Crappie.

What state has the best crappie fishing?

What time of day is best for crappie fishing?

Evening And Early Morning

In the case of crappie, the best time to catch them is during their feeding time, which is most frequently between the hours of midnight and 2 am. Additionally, during dawn and dusk can be good times to catch them, with many of them also feeding during these twilight hours.

Is crappie good to eat?

Not only is crappie delicious, but also very healthy to eat. Crappie contains thiamin, niacin, vitamin B6, B12, D, and calcium. We know they taste divine when deep-fried, but a more healthy option is to steam them with asparagus and other vegetables.

What tastes better Bluegill or crappie?

Most anglers agree that Bluegill taste slightly better. They have more fIavor and their flesh is firmer and flakier. Crappie, on the other hand, have a soft meat which some people find bland.

What is the best bait for crappie?

Minnows, worms, insects—just about anything can catch a crappie's attention. You don't have to worry about the color of the bait, and you're only throwing them what they would be eating anyway. Minnows are hands-down the favorite used by most, and some even tip a jig with a live minnow for a double-whammy.

Will crappie eat small bass?

Catch and remove all bass longer than 15 inches. Never harvest smaller bass. These smaller bass will control the crappie population and allow the remaining fish to grow faster. Good crappie fishing in farm ponds is difficult to maintain for long periods of time.

What is considered trophy size crappie?

Speaking in generalities, however, any crappie over 1 1/2 pounds is an exceptional fish, and for most anglers in most waters, a crappie over 2 pounds would be the trophy of a lifetime.

How big is a slab crappie?

A "slab" crappie has different connotations in various parts of the country. Anglers in some regions classify a 13-incher as a slab, while others use the term for fish surpassing 15 inches.

How old is a 12 inch crappie?

Now I tend to keep them between 10'' and 12". In PA, a 12 inch crappie is usually about 8 years old but a 14+" fish is nearly 20 years old. A 10-12 inch fish makes a good fillet but it takes far less time to replace that fish.