Colorado Fly Supply

Bird's Nest

$2.95

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Description

The bird's nest is a classic nymph pattern very similar to the effective bead head hare's ear nymph with a few notable additions. It has a contrasting wire segmented body and also features the addition of some soft hackle up front and for use in the tail fibers giving this more movement and undulation underwater. If you haven't fished this fly we promise you won't be disappointed. Hook Sizes 14 and 18 available.

Specifications

Category

Trout Flies

Target Species

trout

Techniques

finesse

Water Column

bottom

Action

natural drift

Conditions

clear water, current, cold water

Field Notes

A classic nymph pattern for subsurface trout fishing. Fish it dead-drift under an indicator or as part of a nymph rig in streams and rivers, especially when trout are feeding on aquatic insects near the bottom.

Pros

  • Realistic nymph profile
  • Soft hackle adds movement
  • Versatile year-round trout fly

Cons

  • Not a surface option
  • Small size can be hard to see and tie on

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