Flying Ant
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Description
The Flying Ant is a highly effective pattern favored by anglers for high country lakes and beaver ponds. Its versatility allows for various fishing techniques, including wet, dry, and dead drift presentations. This pattern has a reputation for driving fish into a feeding frenzy. Hook Size 12-16
Curated by the IdentaFly fly fishing team.
Pro Tip
Fish the Flying Ant during warm, humid days or after rain, especially in areas near overhanging vegetation or along grassy banks. Present it with a dead drift to mimic a naturally floating ant. For added effectiveness, use it in a dry-dropper rig with a small nymph underneath to target fish feeding just below the surface. Choose wing materials with a slight shimmer to increase visibility and attraction.
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Fly Tying Recipe
- Hook: dry-fly or emerger hook, size 12-16
- Thread: black or dark brown, 8/0 or equivalent fine thread
- Tail: a few black or dark brown hackle fibers
- Body: black or dark brown foam or dubbing, tapered
- Wing: short upright poly yarn or foam post, cream or tan color
- Legs: black rubber legs (one pair each side)
- Hackle: stiff dry-fly hackle in dark brown or black, palmered once
- **Head: **thread wraps finished with clear varnish or head cement
Fly Tying Video
From: thefeatherbender.com