Red Thread Larva Text and photos by Jeremy Barela Custom Flies
This is the first 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 Red Thread Larva
Hook: Daiichi 1270 18-22.
Thread: Red UTC 70.
Body: Red thread.
Ribbing: Red Thread, spun to create a rope like rib.
Instructions for the Red Thread Larva:
Originally published February 9, 2004 on Fly Anglers Online by Jeremy.