Orvis

Hare’s Ear Nymph

$2.49

Affiliate disclosure: Some product links are affiliate links. Tackle.net earns from qualifying purchases.

Description

A stream-tested buggy fly, the Hare's Ear Nymph is renowned for enticing fish to strike time and again.

Specifications

Category

Nymphs

Target Species

trout, panfish, salmon-steelhead

Techniques

finesse

Water Column

bottom

Action

drifting nymph

Conditions

clear water, current, cold water

Field Notes

A classic subsurface nymph for trout and other freshwater fish feeding on drifting insects. Fish it dead-drift under an indicator, as part of a nymph rig, or with a slow swing in riffles and seams.

Pros

  • Buggy profile that imitates a wide range of aquatic insects
  • Versatile in many water types and seasons
  • Effective as a point fly or dropper

Cons

  • Requires proper depth control to fish effectively
  • Can be less visible in very stained water

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Get weekly insights with new lure drops, trending baits, expert videos, and personalized AI recommendations based on what you search and save.