The Hybrid Crappie (Black/White Cross) are finally available as an option for stocking crappie in smaller lakes and ponds.  Traditionally crappie have not been recommended for stocking in less than 10-15 surface acres due to their potential to overpopulate.  The spawning potential of hybrid crappie is greatly reduced compared to that of their white and black crappie counterparts, so they are a better option for small waters.  Suggested stocking rate is 100-150 per surface acre.  Ideal forage for crappie are minnows and threadfin shad.