Description
Fly Type: This is a subsurface streamer and baitfish imitation. The fly is designed to mimic a small baitfish, using mallard feathers to create a realistic profile and action.
Best Suited For: An excellent fly for targeting a wide range of predatory fish that feed on baitfish. It is a go-to pattern for trout, bass, pike, and zander.
Best Time to Fish: This fly works well year-round, but it is particularly effective when baitfish are present and actively being hunted by predators.
Water Type: A versatile fly effective in both freshwater and saltwater.
Best Location: The Mallard Baitfish works best in rivers, lakes, and reservoirs. It is especially effective in deep pools, near drop-offs, and around submerged structure.
Other Value: The key to this fly's success is its realistic body shape and natural movement. The mallard feathers provide a perfect barred or mottled appearance that mimics a baitfish's back and sides. These soft fibers also give the fly a natural, "breathing" action in the water, which can trigger a strike. Fish it with a quick, erratic retrieve to imitate a fleeing baitfish.