Description
Streaking Caddis in a black color. This is a highly effective dry fly pattern designed to imitate a mature caddisfly. The fly's unique, messy profile and sparse wings are meant to be pulled or "skittered" across the surface of the water. This erratic movement perfectly mimics a natural caddis that is fluttering to lay eggs or has been disturbed, a behavior that often triggers an aggressive strike from fish.
Type of Fly: Dry Fly. This pattern is meant to be fished on the water's surface to imitate a living, adult insect.
Target Fish: The Streaking Caddis is an excellent fly for all species of trout (especially brown and rainbow trout) and grayling, as these fish are well-known for their aggressive feeding on caddisflies.
When to Fish: This fly is most effective from late spring through autumn during a caddisfly hatch. The prime time to use it is in the evening when caddisflies become most active.
Saltwater or Freshwater: This is a freshwater fly.
Best Fishing Locations: The Streaking Caddis is best fished in rivers and streams, especially in faster-moving water like riffles and runs, where caddisflies thrive. It can also be very effective in still waters like lakes, particularly near the shore or in areas with aquatic vegetation.