Description
Fly Type: This is a subsurface shrimp imitation and nymph pattern. The name refers to its key materials: UV (ultraviolet) materials that give it a "glow" in the water, and a realistic grey color.
Best Suited For: An excellent fly for targeting a variety of species that feed on shrimp and small crustaceans. It is a go-to pattern for sea trout, bonefish, striped bass, and other coastal predators.
Best Time to Fish: This fly is effective year-round. The UV properties make it particularly productive in murky or off-color water and on overcast days when there is less visible light.
Water Type: Primarily a saltwater fly, but it can also be used in brackish water or in freshwater where scuds are present.
Best Location: The UV Shrimp Grey is best fished on coastal flats, in shallow lagoons, and over sandy or rocky bottoms where shrimp are a primary food source for game fish.
Other Value: The key to this fly's success is its combination of realism and high visibility. The UV materials reflect light, making the fly appear brighter and more visible to fish. This, along with the realistic grey color, provides a subtle yet powerful trigger for a strike. The best way to fish it is with a slow, short retrieve and frequent pauses to let the fly settle on the bottom, mimicking a foraging shrimp.