StreamersSculpzilla
The Sculpzilla is a go-to streamer for big, aggressive fish. It accurately mimics a sculpin, one of the main food sources for large trout.
Year Round
Advanced
Trout, Steelhead
Overview
A heavily weighted, articulated sculpin imitation tied with conehead, rabbit strips, and flash along the lateral line. The articulated body increases movement, and its profile rides low, making it ideal for swinging or stripping through deeper runs.
Pattern Characteristics
Materials
Hook Shank: 1/0 Tiemco 811S or similar
Trailer: #04-06 Gamakatsu Octopus Hook & 20LB Backing
Thread: Black UNI 6/0
Cone: 3/8" Black Crosseyed Conehead
Eyes: 3/6" Red Holographic Dome Eyes
Glue: Zap Gel
Tail: Olive Variant Zonker Strip
Body: Pearl Ice Dubbing
Collar: Red Guinea Feather
Pectoral Fins: Woodduck Tan Mallard Flank
Collar2: Olive Grizzly Hen Saddle
Fishing Tips
Season
Year Round
Presentation
Fish it with a dead drift or strip it with quick, erratic pulls.
When to Use
When targeting large, aggressive fish.
Water Type
Best in moving water.
Rigging Suggestions
Use a heavy tippet to handle the large fish this fly attracts.
Visibility & Floatation
The Sculpzilla sinks and is highly visible due to its size and the Sculpin Helmet.
