Fly Fishing Entomology

Flyfishers desiring greater proficiency at their sport eventually become amateur entomologists. Knowledge of aquatic and terrestrial insects results in more effective fishing and provides the flyfisher with a logical strategy for aquiring fly patterns.Below is condensed information from many sources.

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  • What flies are of local importance
  • their size, color, shape
  • when do they become available to trout
  • where are they found in the stream
  • how do they influence trout feeding
  • their actions that interest trout
  • what are the best imitations
  • how are they tied
Northeastern Mayfly (Ephemeroptera) Stone Flies (Plecoptera) Western Mayfly (Ephemeroptera)
Northeastern Caddis (Tricoptera) Terrestrials Western Caddis (Tricoptera)
Midges (Diptera)

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