| Species | Weight | Angler |
|---|---|---|
| Black Bullhead | 4 lbs 11 oz | Ron Miller |
| Black Crappie | 4 lbs 8 oz | Ray Babcock |
| Blue Catfish | 130 lbs 0 oz | Greg Bernal |
| Blue Sucker | 9 lbs 14 oz | Randy Christian |
What is the world’s record for biggest crappie?
The crappie measured 17.71 inches. For comparison, the all-tackle world record for a black crappie is 5 pounds, 7 ounces caught in May 2018 at Richeiseon Pond in Tennessee.
How old is a 15 inch crappie?
From the surveys I’ve read, a fast growing fish will usually make it to 10″ at 3 years old and 12″ by age 5. Don’t recall ever seeing any 16″ fish removed and aged by IDNR, but I have seen several 15″-15.5″ fish that aged between 8-10 years old.
What is the biggest fish in Missouri?
Alligator Gar
This is the largest of the monster fish found in Missouri. In fact, it is the second largest freshwater fish in North America next to the white sturgeon.
Where is the best crappie fishing in Missouri?
LAKE OF THE OZARKS
Built on the nutrient-rich Osage River, “LOZ” consistently provides outstanding crappie fishing year in and year out.
How old is a 12 inch crappie?
Now I tend to keep them between 10” and 12″. In PA, a 12 inch crappie is usually about 8 years old but a 14+” fish is nearly 20 years old. A 10-12 inch fish makes a good fillet but it takes far less time to replace that fish.
What is the best month to catch crappie?
Experiment until you find a technique that works for you. Crappie are attracted to woody cover regardless of the time of year. A good rule of thumb is to fish shallow during spring and fall, then fish deep during summer and winter.
Is a 14 inch crappie big?
Crappies are considered a slab if they are 14 to 16 inches or larger and weight 4+ pounds. There are not really any special techniques or tricks used to catch the slab. Just as with regular sized crappie, you can fish from the shore, a boat, on a dock, or in a cove.
What is the lifespan of a crappie?
On balance, the longevity of crappie is 3 to 6 years with an 8-year maximum.
What size do crappie have to be to keep?
A CALIFORNIA FISHING LICENSE IS REQUIRED FOR ALL FISHERMEN OVER AGE 15
| Species | Limit | Size |
|---|---|---|
| Large Mouth Bass | 5 | 12 Inches |
| Striped Bass | 10 | No Size |
| Crappie/Bluegill/Sunfish | 25 | No Size |
| Trout | 5 | No Size |
How old is a 10 pound bass?
In a Florida study, 822 trophy bass (10 pounds and up) given to taxidermists showed a mean age of 9.7 years. That’s a growth rate of about a pound a year.
Are there sharks in Missouri River?
The Department of Conservation said that “while it’s true there are sharks in Missouri — most of them are at the Wonders of Wildlife aquarium in Springfield – there are no bull sharks in Missouri” according to the News Leader.
Does Missouri have alligators?
Alligators are not native to Missouri; however, rare sightings have been reported. In July 2019, people in a Dutchtown neighborhood found an alligator hanging out on a sidewalk. St. Louis Animal Control suspected it was an illegal pet that someone released.
What temperature do crappie start biting?
Water temperatures around the upper-50°F to 60°F range begin to bring crappies shallow into spawning areas. Peak spawning activity generally occurs at water temps of 68°F to 72°F for both black and white crappies.
What is the best crappie bait?
Minnows, worms, insects—just about anything can catch a crappie’s attention. You don’t have to worry about the color of the bait, and you’re only throwing them what they would be eating anyway. Minnows are hands-down the favorite used by most, and some even tip a jig with a live minnow for a double-whammy.
How many crappie can you keep in Missouri?
The new regulation will allow anglers to keep a daily limit of 30 crappie, but no more than 15 crappie harvested can be greater than 9 inches in total length.