White Crappie

Pomoxis annularis

Less common than black crappie in Michigan but found in southern and western parts of the state, particularly in warmer, more turbid waters like the St. Joseph and Kalamazoo River systems.

Seasonal Activity

Best Techniques

• bobber fishing minnows
• jig-and-minnow
• ice fishing
• drifting brush piles

Top Baits

• minnows
• jigs with plastic
• small spinners
• wax worms

Michigan state record: 3.62 lbs, Stony Creek Metropark (Oakland Co.), 2002