Although I'm new to fly tying, and have only 5 years experience flyfishing (one year experience 5 times? ) I've been a fisherman for more than 50 years. This undoubtedly shapes the way I look at fly fishing.

Given the fact that tadpoles, especially small ones, are an eagerly sought prey by bass, why are there so few tying patterns for tadpoles? A search of the FAOL archives yielded just one, and it is far bigger than I'd prefer. I'd think a tiny tadpole pattern -- big black or black/brown head and skinny tail on a #12, #10, or #8 streamer hook -- would be very effective in shallow water during the spring. Any of you guys tie a tadpole pattern that works for you?