At what Temperature do crappie begin to move shallow in the fall or do they move back to the banks?
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At what Temperature do crappie begin to move shallow in the fall or do they move back to the banks?
I haven't taken notice of what the water temps were, but I have noticed Black Crappie being around the banks & White Crappie hanging out around the channel edges in the Fall. I think they both follow Shad schools back into the creeks/coves, but just prefer different areas & depths to intercept them. Of course, not "all" of them follow the rules :bash, so you may encounter either or both at either or both places & depths. :biggrin
When the water temps start falling below 75 +-, is my gauge. Fish around and under the shad schools.
Not sure about water temp but early to mid October seems to be more of a transition time in my opinion. Just a general observation, entirely non-scientific!
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I saw this several months ago and decided to somewhat follow it.
Crappies By Degrees
Any time starting mid sept usuallyQuote:
Originally Posted by Wormin
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Great info,thanks.Quote:
Originally Posted by Chance
HA! I keep a laminated copy in my door pocket in my truck... :biggrin however I don't think the crappie have read the volumes that have been written about them. They kinda remind me of cat's.Quote:
Originally Posted by Chance
Great idea, thanks. Better than saving it on my phone or tablet.Quote:
Originally Posted by Mr. S
I don't know what temp they moved shallow but if your lake does the fall turnover. Good fishing won't start until the turn over is done. Usually lasts a week or so.
LittleJohn