White Drake Nymph

The White Drake Nymph, designed to imitate the nymphal stage of the Ephoron leukon (White Drake), is a must-have for anglers targeting trout in waters with large, silty, or slow-moving rivers where these insects thrive. This pattern, likely derived from classical mayfly nymph designs and adapted to mimic the pale and slender profile of the white drake, is especially effective in the hours leading up to an emergence. Its elongated body, soft tail, and subtle coloration make it an excellent representation of an actively swimming nymph ascending toward the surface.

Upstream Twitch: Cast this fly upstream and add occasional twitches as it drifts toward you. White Drake nymphs are strong swimmers, and the subtle movement can mimic their natural ascent, enticing strikes from waiting trout.