StreamersPike Bunny
The Pike Bunny is a large, rabbit fur streamer pattern that is designed to imitate a range of baitfish. Its tantalizing motion and large profile make it irresistible to predatory fish like pike and bass. The pattern is tied with a zonker-style rabbit strip tail, which provides a lifelike swimming action.
Spring, Summer, Fall
Intermediate
Pike, Bass
Overview
This large streamer uses a long strip of rabbit zonker over a flash or chenille body, creating maximum movement in the water. It's often weighted with dumbbell eyes and tied in bright or dark predator-attracting color schemes.
Pattern Characteristics
Materials
Hook: #1/0–3/0 Tiemco 811s
Tail Guard: 20–25 lb Mono Tippet
Tail: Red Krystal Flash
Tail2: Black Magnum Zonker Strip
Collar: Black Crosscut Rabbit Strip
Eyes: Any 3D Eyes
Glue: Epoxy or Loon UV Fly Finish
Fishing Tips
Season
Spring to Fall
Presentation
Strip it back slowly with pauses or jerk it back quickly to imitate an injured baitfish.
When to Use
When predatory fish are actively feeding.
Water Type
Effective in both stillwater and moving water.
Rigging Suggestions
Use a heavy-duty leader to handle the large size of this fly and the powerful strikes it can provoke.
Visibility & Floatation
The Pike Bunny sinks slowly and its large profile makes it highly visible to predatory fish. The deer hair head can be clipped to adjust the fly's buoyancy.
