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White crappie have a higher growth rate in terms of length than black crappie. [7] Most fish that are caught for sport are between 2 and 5 years old. [citation needed] The breeding season varies by location, due to the species' great range. Breeding temperature is 14‒20 °C (58‒68 °F) and spawning occurs in spring and early summer.
Hybrid crappie (Pomoxis annularis × nigromaculatus) have been cultured and occur naturally. [22] The crossing of a black crappie female and white crappie male has better survival and growth rates among offspring than the reciprocal cross does. [22] Hybrid crappie are difficult to distinguish from black crappie by appearance alone.
The list is not complete as there are over 200 species of fish found in Missouri. [1] [2] Common name Scientific name ... White crappie: Pomoxis annularis: Lakes ...
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The new limit on crappie goes into effect July 24. Do you have a story idea? Contact Brian Broom at 601-961-7225 or bbroom@gannett.com. This article originally appeared on Mississippi Clarion ...
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White crappies spawn in May and June when the water temperature reaches 56 °F (13 °C). Males construct nests by creating small, bowl-shaped depressions on the bottom around brush, rocks, and logs in the shallow water. During the spawning season, males develop dark coloration on their throats. Females lay 5,000 to 30,000 eggs.
Biggest crappie: 3.5 pounds. More information: 601-784-6119. Redear sunfish: Tippah County Lake. ... Do you have a story idea? Contact Brian Broom at 601-961-7225 or bbroom@gannett.com.