NymphAggravator Hares Ear
A modern twist on the classic Hare's Ear nymph, the Aggravator adds flash, rubber legs, and a bright hot spot to attract aggressive takes. This pattern maintains the buggy appeal of the original while enhancing visibility and movement.
Spring, Summer, Fall
Intermediate
Trout
Overview
The Aggravator Hare's Ear is a flashy variation of the classic Hare's Ear nymph, enhanced with a peacock herl collar and often a bead head for added weight. It retains the buggy, dubbed hare's mask body and gold wire ribbing but adds a hotspot or sparkle to trigger more aggressive strikes. This pattern is easy to tie and versatile across seasons, combining natural appearance with attractor elements to cover both picky and opportunistic fish.
Pattern Characteristics
Materials
Hook: Tiemco 3761, size #12 - #16
Thread: Brown UTC 70 denier
Tail: Hares mask guard hairs
Abdomen: Hares ear dubbing
Ribbing: Oval gold tinsel
Thorax: Hares ear dubbing
Wingcase: Peacock Herl
Bead: Gold brass bead
Fishing Tips
Season
Primarily in Spring, Summer, and Fall.
Presentation
Dead drift it like a standard nymph, but it can also be swung or stripped back at the end of the drift.
When to Use
This pattern works well in fast and turbulent water.
Water Type
Primarily used in moving water.
Rigging Suggestions
Combine with a lighter nymph in a two-fly setup or use as a dropper off a larger dry fly.
Visibility & Floatation
This fly sinks quickly thanks to its bead head. The added flash helps it stand out in turbulent water.
