Nymphs
Squirmy Wormy
A controversial but devastatingly effective pattern using a squiggly silicone body to imitate aquatic worms and crane fly larvae. The undulating action of the worm material triggers aggressive strikes even from pressured trout, making it a go-to confidence fly for competition anglers and guides alike.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size Squirmy Wormy should I use?
The Squirmy Wormy is most commonly tied in sizes #10–#14. Choose smaller sizes for clear water and pressured fish, and larger sizes for faster or off-color water.
What does a Squirmy Wormy imitate?
The Squirmy Wormy primarily imitates aquatic worms, crane fly larvae, annelids.
Pattern Details
- Category
- Nymphs
- Sizes
- #10–#14
- Colors
- pink, red, chartreuse, purple
- Weight
- tungsten, brass
- Hook Styles
- jig hook, standard nymph
- Imitates
- aquatic worms, crane fly larvae, annelids
- Water Types
- freestone rivers, tailwaters, spring creeks
Buy This Fly
Buy at Fly Fish Food—
catches logged by anglers
Target Species
rainbow troutbrown troutbrook troutcutthroat trout
Effective on These Rivers
Pattern Details
- Category
- Nymphs
- Sizes
- #10–#14
- Colors
- pink, red, chartreuse, purple
- Weight
- tungsten, brass
- Hook Styles
- jig hook, standard nymph
- Imitates
- aquatic worms, crane fly larvae, annelids
- Water Types
- freestone rivers, tailwaters, spring creeks
Buy This Fly
Buy at Fly Fish Food—
catches logged by anglers
Target Species
rainbow troutbrown troutbrook troutcutthroat trout