Perdigon

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Description

The Perdigon nymph, initially created by the Spanish competitive fly-fishing team and later popularized by the French, stands out as a versatile pattern adept at imitating various aquatic insects, from Mayfly to Caddis nymphs. Its key feature is a slim, heavily weighted body that ensures rapid sinking, making it particularly effective in fast-flowing water. Anglers often employ Perdigons in different colors to precisely match the local insect species, showcasing its adaptability across diverse fishing scenarios

Curated by the IdentaFly fly fishing team.

Pro Tip

Standout colors - green, purple, black, red/green

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Fly Tying Recipe

  • Hook: Tiemco C400BL, size 14
  • Bead: Hareline faceted slotted tungsten, 1/8" gold
  • Weight: Hareline .015 lead wire
  • Thread (White): Veevus 16/0, white
  • Tail: Coq de Leon, dark speckled
  • Rib: UTC Brassie, gold
  • Body: Hareline antron yarn, brown
  • Thread (Hot Spot): UTC 70 denier, fluorescent fire orange
  • Coating: Loon UV Fly Finish, Thin or Flow

Fly Tying Video

From: Trident Fly Fishing

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