White Crappie Pomoxis annularis
Identification
This species has vertical bars and a lighter body than the black crappie.
Location
Common statewide
Size
6 to 14 inches
Diet
It feeds on small fish insects and crustaceans.
Habitat
It occurs in lakes reservoirs and rivers.
Activity Period
Year round
Behavior
It tolerates turbid water and forms schools. It is active year round.
Lifecycle
Breeding occurs in spring.
Population
The population is stable statewide.
History
It has long been common in Ohio.
Human Interactions
It is popular among anglers.
Facts
It thrives in murky water.
Sources
ODNR academic sources
Small fish insects crustaceans | Lakes reservoirs rivers | Statewide