Black Fly Larva Fly Tying Video. Black Fly Larvae are frequently overlooked as trout food. They are one of the most essential trout foods in many rivers and streams. This simple, durable, and practical pattern is an excellent pattern for beginning fly tiers. Don't let its simplicity fool you! This is a dynamite pattern. It was Hans' top-producing nymph in 2023.
Hook: Kumoto KJ310 Jig Hook Size 16-20 or Umpqua 210bn Perdijig Hook size 16-18 Bead: Silver slotted bead sized to fit hook size - 2.8 to 3.2 mm for size 16; 2.4 to 2.8mm for size 18; 2.0 to 2.4 mm for size 20
Thread: Tan or Gray 8/0 Semperfli Classic Waxed
Tail/Feelers: Tan or Gray Fluoro Fiber
Abdomen: Hends Half Round Rib, Wapsi Midge Vinyl Rib, or Hareline D-Rib - Gray or Tan - Hends Color Beige 40
Finish- Solarez Bone Dry Plus or Head Cement to coat head thread wraps
