Description
Fly Type: This is a subsurface shrimp imitation and a powerful attractor pattern. The flashy material gives it a high-visibility, lifelike look.
Best Suited For: An excellent fly for targeting a variety of saltwater species that feed on shrimp and crustaceans. It is a go-to pattern for sea trout, bonefish, and striped bass.
Best Time to Fish: This fly works well year-round. The flashy material is particularly productive in murky or off-color water and during low-light conditions like dawn and dusk, where it catches and reflects available light.
Water Type: A classic saltwater fly, designed for coastal environments and brackish water.
Best Location: The Glitter Shrimp is most effective when fished on sandy flats, in shallow lagoons, and near eelgrass beds where shrimp are a primary food source for game fish.
Other Value: The key to this fly's success is the combination of its realistic profile and the strong visual trigger from the material. The glittery or flashy material provides a very strong visual attraction due to its sparkle and translucence. This, along with a realistic shrimp profile, creates a very convincing imitation. The best way to fish it is with a slow, short retrieve and frequent pauses to let the fly move naturally in the water column.