nymphs|american pheasant tail

the classic original pheasant tail pattern was designed by an english riverkeeper named frank sawyer to imitate a number of nymph species. there are several american patterns that are a bit flashier with the addition of a peacock thorax and legs. this is a classic fly and has proven itself so well; no self-respecting nymph box should be without them. this fly pattern is an excellent mimic of any number of baetis and caddis nymphs. color, pheasant tail.