StreamersFish Skull Double Bunny
The Fish Skull Double Bunny is a highly effective streamer pattern, designed to imitate a struggling baitfish. The rabbit fur tail, combined with the weight of the fish skull, gives it a lifelike action in the water that is irresistible to predatory fish.
Spring, Summer, Fall
Advanced
Trout, Bass
Overview
A modern take on the Double Bunny using Fish Skull heads for weight and profile. The double rabbit strips are glued back-to-back, then tied on articulated hooks. The Fish Skull adds realism and eliminates the need for a conehead or dumbbell eyes.
Pattern Characteristics
Materials
Hook: #02-04 Tiemc0 5263
Weight: .015-.020 Lead Free Wire
Thread: White UTC 140
Body: Tan and Olive/Chartreuse Zonker Rabbit Strip
Flash: Copper or Gold Krystal Flash
Head: Medium or Large Fish Skull
Fishing Tips
Season
The Fish Skull Double Bunny is most effective in the spring, summer, and fall, when predatory fish are actively feeding.
Presentation
Cast the fly across the current and allow it to swing downstream, imitating a struggling baitfish. Vary your retrieval speed to mimic different stages of distress.
When to Use
This pattern is especially effective in waters known to hold large predatory fish. Use it in deep pools, along undercut banks, and in fast-moving water.
Water Type
Stillwater and moving water.
Rigging Suggestions
Use a heavy leader and tippet to withstand aggressive strikes. An 8-10 weight rod is recommended.
Visibility & Floatation
The Fish Skull Double Bunny sinks quickly and maintains a lifelike swimming action. The contrasting colors of the rabbit fur tail and the flashabou body make it highly visible, even in murky waters.
