Pheasant Tail Nymph

The Pheasant Tail nymph is one of the most useful nymph patterns. Rainbows and Browns love them because the nymph imitates a wide range of naturals. Mayflies, caddis, midges and damselflies are all suggested by this pattern.

Hook	Kamisan B175 #12 & #14 or TMC 3769 #10-18
Tail	Fibres from pheasant tail
Gold Rib	Copper wire
Body	Pheasant tail fibres over lead wire
Wing Case	Pheasant tail fibres
Thorax	Peacock herl or hares fur or copper wire
Head	2.8mm gold, brass or glass bead – optional extra
Legs	Hackle or pheasant tail fibres