NymphDamsel Fly
The Damsel Fly pattern imitates the damselfly nymph, a favorite food for many species of fish. Its marabou tail and rubber legs create a lifelike movement in the water, triggering aggressive strikes from predatory fish.
Spring, Summer
Intermediate
Trout, Bass
Overview
This stillwater nymph uses a marabou tail, dubbed or woven body (in olive or tan), mono or wire ribbing, and bead chain or small dumbbell eyes. The marabou gives it a seductive swimming motion when retrieved slowly near weed beds.
Pattern Characteristics
Materials
Hook: Tiemco 3761, size #10–#14
Thread: Olive Dun Uni-Thread 8/0
Eyes: Medium black bead chain
Tail: Olive marabou
Body: Olive chenille
Shellback: Olive Thin Skin
Legs: Barred rubber legs
Antennae: Olive marabou
Coating: Solarez Bone Dry UV resin
Fishing Tips
Season
Spring and Summer
Presentation
Cast this pattern near weed beds and let it sink. Use a slow, twitching retrieve to imitate the swimming motion of a damselfly nymph.
When to Use
Use this pattern during a damselfly hatch or as a searching pattern in stillwater environments. It can also be effective in moving water near the banks.
Water Type
This pattern is most effective in stillwater environments such as lakes and ponds.
Rigging Suggestions
Fish this pattern on a floating line with a long leader and tippet. A slow retrieve will help to imitate the swimming motion of the natural insect.
Visibility & Floatation
The Damsel Fly is a sinking pattern. Its olive color helps it blend in with the natural environment, and the bead chain eyes help it sink to the right depth. The Solarez Bone Dry UV resin coating adds shine and durability to the fly.
