Fly Tying the Missouri River Caddis (Emerging Nymph Pattern)

The origin of this pattern is unknown but was featured in the Federation of Fly Fishers’ Pattern Encyclopedia tied by Bob Lay of Montana.

Hook: #12-22 curved shank
Thread: Black
Shuck: White Antron
Body: Orange wool yarn
Antenna: Wood duck flank fibers
Head: Peacock herl

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