Orvis UK

Green Highlander

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Description

The original 'Highlander' was designed during the latter part of the 19th century by Mr Grant of Wester, Elchies and is considered the forerunner to the Green Highlander. It is notable as it is one of the few green classic salmon flies.

Specifications

Category

Salmon Flies

Target Species

salmon-steelhead

Techniques

casting

Water Column

variable

Action

swinging fly

Conditions

current, low light

Field Notes

Classic salmon fly for swinging through runs and pools where salmon are holding or moving upriver. Best presented on a swing or stripped slowly in moderate current, especially when fish are responding to traditional patterns.

Pros

  • Classic proven salmon pattern
  • High-visibility green/orange profile
  • Well suited to traditional salmon fly presentations

Cons

  • Requires fly-fishing setup and presentation skill
  • Not a general-purpose lure for other species

Keywords

greenhighlanderorvisoriginaldesignedpart19thcenturygrantwesterelchiesconsideredforerunnernotableclassicsalmonflies

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