This species can form in large groups in clear water in vegetation over mud or sand, according to the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Services. The black crappie’s scientific name is pomoxis nigromacultas.

He says the hot spot is a sunken treetop in about four feet of dingy water. And while he’s new to crappie fishing (he typically chases bass or catfish), he thought crappies would be attracted to the ...

The bite had slowed. A few other fishers were still doing well, but my luck had stopped. Only three keeper crappie graced my stringer, and another pair of undersized fish had been released. All the ...

Weather patterns have a huge impact on fishing in East Texas. Warmer temperatures this week will send crappie to the creeks ...

WOOD COUNTY, Texas — What East Texas fishing tournament has golden tickets and a fish that could win you $25,000? The answer ...

Most crappie anglers wait patiently for the spawn, usually in April around here. Some won’t even hit the water until they believe it’s happening and crappie are ...