Nymphs
Squirrel Nymph
Dave Whitlock's Squirrel Nymph uses fox squirrel body hair and tail as dubbing for a buggy, all-purpose nymph. The guard hairs create movement and trap air bubbles, while the mottled coloration suggests stonefly nymphs, caddis larvae, and mayfly nymphs simultaneously.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size Squirrel Nymph should I use?
The Squirrel Nymph is most commonly tied in sizes 10–16. Choose smaller sizes for clear water and pressured fish, and larger sizes for faster or off-color water.
What does a Squirrel Nymph imitate?
The Squirrel Nymph primarily imitates stonefly nymphs, caddis larvae, mayfly nymphs.
Pattern Details
- Category
- Nymphs
- Sizes
- 10–16
- Colors
- Natural fox squirrel, Dark brown
- Weight
- Gold bead, Tungsten
- Hook Styles
- 2x long nymph
- Imitates
- stonefly nymphs, caddis larvae, mayfly nymphs
- Water Types
- freestone, tailwater
Target Species
rainbow troutbrown troutbrook troutcutthroat trout
Pattern Details
- Category
- Nymphs
- Sizes
- 10–16
- Colors
- Natural fox squirrel, Dark brown
- Weight
- Gold bead, Tungsten
- Hook Styles
- 2x long nymph
- Imitates
- stonefly nymphs, caddis larvae, mayfly nymphs
- Water Types
- freestone, tailwater
Target Species
rainbow troutbrown troutbrook troutcutthroat trout