NymphPoxyback Callibaetis

Natural Behavior: Callibaetis nymphs are active swimmers that move through stillwater vegetation with quick, darting motions, using their feathery gills to propel themselves between weed beds. Trout patrol these weedy zones specifically to intercept the nymphs, which remain available as forage throughout the day unlike many mayflies that emerge primarily during morning and evening periods.

Where Trout Eat It: Trout patrol stillwater weed beds in 6-10 feet targeting active swimming Callibaetis nymphs during emergence dance. Fish intercept nymphs along weed bed perimeters and over shoals.

How to Fish It: Use slow stripping with occasional twitches above weed beds. Fish with floating line and long leader, twitching flies to mimic active swimmers during pre-emergence buildup.

Best Water: Focus on shallow weed bed tops in 6-10 feet and shoal edges with aquatic vegetation.

Strike Type: Feel for a firm pull or sudden loading of the rod as trout grab the swimming nymph during your retrieve. Takes often come during the pause or as you resume stripping.

Rigging Suggestions: Tie this fly on a dropper off a dry fly or use it as the point fly in a nymphing rig.

Seasonal Timing: Ideally, use this fly during the and seasons when mayflies are most active.

Pro Tips: This fly is designed to sink and imitate a nymph. The glossy shellback increases visibility under water.