Dry FliesSparkle Dun Mayfly
A dry fly designed to imitate a hatching mayfly. The sparkle in the body material and the deer hair wing make it highly visible on the water.
Spring, Summer
Intermediate
Trout
Overview
This emerger-style dry fly uses a trailing shuck of Z-lon or Antron and a comparadun-style deer hair wing. The body is dubbed to match the hatch, and the fly rides low in the water, perfectly imitating duns struggling to break through the surface film.
Pattern Characteristics
Materials
Hook: #12-20 Daiichi 1180
Thread: Olive Veevus 10/0
Tail: Olive Z-Lon or Sparkle Yarn
Body: Olive Brown Hareline Dubbing
Wing: Natural Comparadun Hair
Head: Olive Brown Hareline Dubbing
Fishing Tips
Season
Spring, Summer.
Presentation
Fish this fly on a dead drift, allowing it to float naturally with the current.
When to Use
This fly is most effective during a mayfly hatch, which typically occurs in spring and summer.
Water Type
This fly is effective in both stillwater and moving water.
Rigging Suggestions
Use a standard dry fly leader and a gentle casting technique to avoid spooking fish.
Visibility & Floatation
This fly floats and is moderately visible due to its size and the sparkle in the body material.
