Bead Head Egg

The Bead Head Egg is a simple yet effective fly pattern designed to imitate the appearance of a single fish egg drifting in the water. Often used in freshwater streams and rivers during the spawning seasons of salmon, trout, and steelhead, this fly closely mimics the loose, translucent eggs that are released by spawning fish. The bead head adds weight to the fly, allowing it to sink quickly and get into the strike zone of fish.

Use a Tight Line to Control Drift: For a more natural presentation, fish the Bead Head Egg on a tight line or under an indicator to ensure that it drifts freely without drag. This creates the illusion of a single egg moving effortlessly downstream, mimicking natural egg movement.