Solano Fly Fishers
 

Bugger Damsel

 
   
 
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Hook:
Thread:
Weight:
Body:
Rib:
Collar - Head -  Wings:
#10-12 2x Long Nymph Hook (Tiemco 5262)
8/0 olive
Lead free Wire
Olive Marabou
Brassie wire
Bronze mallard flank
 

While damsels can be found in the slower-moving stretches of rivers and streams, it is in stillwater environments where they are more abundant and of most importance to the angler.

It is a great fly for trout, bass, carp, crappie, and bluegill; and is best fished using a clear intermediate sink line, but floating line will suffice. Cast and retrieve near shore and/or weeds whenever adult damselflies are present, and retrieve using short strips with occaisional pauses.