Birds Nest

The Bird's Nest Light Cahill Nymph is a refined adaptation of Cal Bird's original Bird's Nest, designed in 1959 to imitate caddis pupae on California's Truckee River. This variation employs a Light Cahill color scheme to effectively mimic pale mayfly nymphs, such as the Light Cahill species, making it particularly effective during their emergence. The combination of soft hackle and a shaggy dubbed body provides lifelike movement and a buggy appearance, enhancing its versatility across various fishing conditions.

Surface Emerger Imitation: Apply a small amount of floatant to the hackle fibers only, allowing the body to remain submerged while the hackle floats. This presentation imitates an emerging mayfly struggling to break through the surface film, enticing opportunistic feeders.