Fly Pattern
Hare's Ear Nymph
Nymph
About this Pattern
The Gold-Ribbed Hare's Ear is one of those flies that imitates everything and nothing in particular—and that's exactly its strength. The scruffy hare's ear dubbing creates a buggy silhouette that mimics caddis larvae, mayfly nymphs, and scuds simultaneously.
Materials
- Hook: Nymph, #12–18
- Thread: Tan or brown 6/0
- Tail: Hare's ear guard hairs
- Body: Hare's ear dubbing
- Rib: Oval gold tinsel
- Wingcase: Mottled turkey quill segment
- Legs: Picked-out dubbing fibers
- Thorax: Hare's ear, full
Fishing Tips
Pick out the thorax dubbing aggressively for maximum movement. Fish it with a slight swing at the end of the drift during caddis hatches.
Quick Info
TypeNymph
Hook Sizes#12–18
SeasonSpring, Summer, Fall, Winter