Ermine Moth

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1

A vintage pattern attributed to the Rev. Edward Powell. Instructions also call for it be tied with opposing partridge hackles; I prefer this Jingler variation. With a few mods, this would make a decent Spruce Moth.

hook - Mustad 3999A #12
thread - Danville 6/0 black
tail - yarn yellowish orange
rib - Uni-Stretch black
body - dubbing white (original calls for wool; rabbit used here)
hackle - barred cream (white called for but unavailable)
collar - partridge

Regards,
Scott

2

In what part of the world would one encounter an ermine moth?

3

Jesse,

The pattern originated in the U.K. where the moths are common.

Regards,
Scott

4

Change rib to gold-olive and it would be a good Firehole White Miller.