Black Crappie
Pomoxis nigromaculatus
One of Michigan's top panfish, black crappie are found in clear, weedy lakes and backwaters statewide. Spring spawning schools and first-ice action draw huge angler interest.
Seasonal Activity
Jan
Prime
Feb
Prime
Mar
Good
Apr
Good
May
Prime
Jun
Prime
Jul
Good
Aug
Good
Sep
Good
Oct
Good
Nov
Good
Dec
Prime
Best Techniques
- minnow under a slip-bobber
- small jigs
- ice fishing
- vertical jigging suspended schools
Top Baits
- small minnows
- tube jigs
- maribou jigs
- plastic grubs
- wax worms
State record: 4.25 lb, 2015, Lincoln Lake