Black Crappie and Similar Species
Pomoxis nigromaculatus
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White Crappie
Pomoxis annularis
Key differences: White Crappie typically have 5 or 6 dorsal fin spines (vs. 7-8 for Black Crappie) and usually exhibit distinct vertical bars on their sides, rather than the irregular mottling of Black Crappie. White Crappie also tend to have a slightly more elongated body.
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