Miracle Midge Text and photos by Jeremy Barela Custom Flies
This is the third in a series of flies representing the life
cycle of the midge, Diptera, family Chironomidae. It is claimed
Diptera are the most numerious and widely distributed of all
insects available to all freshwater fish.
For the complete article on these valuable midges, read
More Midges.
Materials for the Miracle Midge
Hook: Daiichi 1110 #18-28.
Thread: White 8/0.
Rib: Small copper wire.
Body: White thread.
Thorax: Gray superfine dub.
Instructions for the Miracle Midge:
Originally published March 8, 2004 on Fly Anglers Online by Jeremy.