Trojan Midge Text and photos by Jeremy Barela Custom Flies
This is the second 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 Trojan Midge
Hook: Daiichi 1110 #18-26.
Thread: Olive Brown UTC 70, Black UTC 70.
Underbody: Olive brown thread.
Overbody: Clear scud back.
Head: Black thread.
Instructions for the Trojan Midge:
Originally published February 16, 2004 on Fly Anglers Online by Jeremy.