Barbless Flies

Hawthorn Fly

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Description

The Hawthorn Fly (or Bibio marci) is a small (no larger than 1cm) black fly, noticeable by its long gangling legs. Hatches of Hawthorn flies usually start in late April and last for no more than a couple of weeks. Top Tip : Fish these in the surface film, do not apply any floatant on them. This generic Hawthorn fly pattern is tied with long knotted black legs, a back hackle and black hairy body. This fly is available in either size 12 or 14. Choose your size and then click "Add to Cart", you can adjust the quantities in your cart.

Specifications

Category

Dry Flies

Target Species

trout

Techniques

casting

Water Column

surface

Conditions

clear water, open water

Field Notes

Fish this pattern in the surface film during the Hawthorn hatch, especially from late April through early summer. It is meant to imitate a small black terrestrial/insect and should be presented without floatant so it sits naturally on the water.

Pros

  • Natural hatch imitation for trout
  • Works well in the surface film
  • Simple, effective dry-fly presentation

Cons

  • Short hatch window
  • Can be less effective outside the Hawthorn emergence period

Keywords

hawthornflybarblessfliesbibiomarcismalllarger1cmblacknoticeablelongganglinglegshatchesstartlateapril

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