Black crappie, sometimes known as calico bass, is a member of the sunfish family. These fish are immensely popular, particularly in central Maine, despite the fact that most have been artificially introduced. Black crappies are school fish, leading to very fast, intense fishing, an experience loved by many anglers. Their relative ease of fishing also lends the black crappie to being an ideal fish for those looking to advance from the more abundant perch and present themselves with more of a challenge.
Adult black crappies are typically around 6-12 inches in length and weigh somewhere between two and three pounds. Larger black crappies are not uncommon in Maine, with some fish reaching 15 inches in length and weighing in at over three pounds. As the alternative name suggests, black crappies loosely resemble bass, with a very narrow, deep body shape and dorsal fin spines. Their coloration ranges from olive to golden brown, with irregular black patches adorning much of their sides.
Black crappies tend to head for more sheltered waters, with small bays and sheltered coves particular hotspots, particularly during breeding. They also tend to retreat to deeper waters...
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