Sparkle Pupa
Gary LaFontaine's Sparkle Pupa uses Antron yarn to trap air bubbles around the body, imitating the gas bubble that caddis pupae generate as they ascend to the surface to hatch. This revolutionary material choice forever changed how fly tyers approach caddis emerger design.
How to Fish It
Fish in the film or just below it during caddis emergence. The trapped air bubbles create the exact silhouette trout see from below.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size Sparkle Pupa should I use?
The Sparkle Pupa is most commonly tied in sizes 12–16. Choose smaller sizes for clear water and pressured fish, and larger sizes for faster or off-color water.
What does a Sparkle Pupa imitate?
The Sparkle Pupa primarily imitates caddis pupae, emerging caddis. Fish in the film or just below it during caddis emergence. The trapped air bubbles create the exact silhouette trout see from below.
How do you fish a Sparkle Pupa?
Fish in the film or just below it during caddis emergence. The trapped air bubbles create the exact silhouette trout see from below.
Pattern Details
- Category
- Emergers
- Sizes
- 12–16
- Colors
- Brown/Yellow, Olive/Green, Gray
- Imitates
- caddis pupae, emerging caddis
- Water Types
- freestone, tailwater
Target Species
Pattern Details
- Category
- Emergers
- Sizes
- 12–16
- Colors
- Brown/Yellow, Olive/Green, Gray
- Imitates
- caddis pupae, emerging caddis
- Water Types
- freestone, tailwater