Midge / EmergersRojo Midge

The Rojo Midge is a simple but highly effective pattern. Its red body and copper beadhead attract fish in various water conditions. It's especially effective in stillwater, where midges make up a significant part of a trout's diet.

Season
Year Round
Difficulty
Intermediate
Target Species
Trout
Rojo Midge - Image source: AvidMax
Image source: AvidMax

Overview

A hybrid midge emerger featuring a red thread body, copper or silver rib, peacock thorax, and a small tuft of CDC or Antron for the wing. A tungsten bead and flash make it highly effective in clear water. The combo of midge profile and attractor elements makes it versatile.

Pattern Characteristics

Intermediate Difficulty
Trout
Stillwater
Moving Water
Year Round
Imitates: Midges

Materials

Hook: Tiemco 200R (18–22)
Bead: Killer Caddis Glass Beads (Midge, Ruby)
Thread: 70 Denier Ultra Thread (Purple)
Gills: Rojo Floss
Rib: Hends Colour Wire (Small 0.09, Turquoise Blue)
Thorax: Peacock Herl (Dyed Green)

Fishing Tips

Season

Year Round

Presentation

Dead drift, either on its own or as a dropper off a dry fly.

When to Use

When you observe midge activity on the water.

Water Type

Effective in both stillwater and moving water.

Rigging Suggestions

Use a strike indicator or a dry fly to detect subtle strikes.

Visibility & Floatation

The copper beadhead adds weight and flash, helping the fly sink and making it more visible to fish.

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