Black Crappie

GPTKB entity

Statements (57)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:fish
gptkbp:average_temperature Prefers warmer waters
gptkbp:behavior Schooling fish
gptkbp:body_style Laterally compressed
gptkbp:catch_rate Varies by region
gptkbp:color Mottled appearance
Changes with environment
Dark green to black with irregular spots
gptkbp:common_name gptkb:Black_Crappie
gptkbp:conservation_status gptkb:Least_Concern
gptkbp:cooking_method Fried, grilled, baked
gptkbp:cuisine Popular in Southern cuisine
gptkbp:defense Light tackle recommended
gptkbp:diet Carnivorous
gptkbp:environmental_impact Sensitive to pollution
gptkbp:eye_color Dark eyes
gptkbp:family gptkb:Centrarchidae
gptkbp:fins Long dorsal fin
Dorsal fins: 2
gptkbp:fishing_regulations Highly sought after
Angling
Available in many regions
Subject to local laws
Jigging
Year-round in some areas
Common in tournaments
Lakes, rivers, ponds
Live minnows
Rod and reel recommended
gptkbp:flavor Mild flavor
gptkbp:growth_rate Fast growth in early years
gptkbp:habitat Freshwater lakes
Vegetated areas
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Black Crappie
gptkbp:is_popular_in Sport fishing
gptkbp:lifespan Up to 10 years
gptkbp:local_names Various regional names
gptkbp:migration Seasonal movements
gptkbp:nesting gptkb:hot_spring
Males guard nests
gptkbp:notable_recordings State records exist
gptkbp:order gptkb:Perciformes
gptkbp:predators Larger fish and birds
gptkbp:range gptkb:North_America
gptkbp:related_species gptkb:White_Crappie
gptkbp:released Common practice
gptkbp:reproduction Eggs are laid in nests
gptkbp:scales Small, rough scales
gptkbp:scientific_name gptkb:Pomoxis_nigromaculatus
gptkbp:size Up to 15 inches
gptkbp:skills Suitable for all skill levels
gptkbp:species Cultured for sport fishing
Feathery gills
gptkbp:weight Up to 5 pounds
gptkbp:wildlife Important for population health
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:White_Crappie
gptkbp:bfsLayer 7