Midge Larva

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Midge Larva

A simple thread-body pattern imitating the larval stage of chironomid midges. Despite its simplicity, this pattern accounts for a significant portion of the trout diet, especially in tailwaters where midges are the dominant food source. Fish it deep and slow on a dead drift.

Sizes#18Bead colorsGlass beadBodyBlack

Recipe

  • HookMidge hook (TMC 2488) · Tiemco
  • ThreadRed or black tying thread 8/0 or 70 denier · Semperfli
  • BodyTying thread wrapped smooth
  • RibSilver wire extra-small