Orvis

English Pheasant Tail

$2.49

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Description

This English Pheasant Tail fly is a quintessential nymph pattern.

Specifications

Category

Nymphs

Target Species

trout

Techniques

finesse, casting

Water Column

bottom

Conditions

clear water, current

Field Notes

Use this nymph pattern when trout are feeding below the surface, especially in rivers and streams with moderate current. It is a classic subsurface fly for dead-drifting under an indicator or tight-line nymphing near the bottom.

Pros

  • Classic, proven nymph profile
  • Effective for subsurface trout feeding
  • Works well in a variety of water conditions

Cons

  • Not a surface fly
  • Can be less visible in very dirty water without added weight or indicator

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