White crappie (pomoxis annularis) are the larger of the two crappie subspecies. They have a short dorsal fin with 6 spines, dark vertical bars, and a larger back hump than the black crappie. The average weight is about 1 to 1-1/2 pounds, but they can reach more than 5 pounds. White crappie are often found in murkier water than black crappie. They primarily eat minnows, but will also eat crayfish, worms and some other invertebrates.
