Barbless Flies

The Light Olive Generic Dun

$3

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Description

This fly is a great generic imitation of all Olive's ( Baëtis ) commonly found in all rivers throughout the UK in the Spring and Summer months. This fly is only available in sizes 14 & 16. Features: Hook: AHREX FW503 Size 14 & 16 Wing: Mallard Flank Rust Brown Hackle: Dark Dun Tail: Dark Dun Body: Light Olive Dubbing Mix

Specifications

Category

Dry Flies

Target Species

trout

Techniques

casting

Water Column

surface

Action

dead-drift

Conditions

clear water, open water

Field Notes

A generic mayfly dun imitation for trout feeding on olive Baetis hatches in rivers. Fish it dead-drift on the surface during spring and summer hatch periods, especially when fish are keying on small, natural-looking dries.

Pros

  • Good all-around olive mayfly imitation
  • Works well during common spring and summer hatches
  • Available in practical small sizes 14 and 16

Cons

  • Best when fish are actively taking dry flies
  • Small profile can be hard to see in low light or rough water

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