Terrestrial flies are designed to imitate land-based insects that fall into the water, becoming prime targets for fish. Here’s a step-by-step guide to tying some common terrestrial flies: ants, beetles, and grasshoppers.
Materials Needed
Hooks (size 12-18 for ants and beetles, size 8-12 for grasshoppers)
Thread (black, brown, or green)
Foam sheets (black, brown, yellow, and green)
Rubber legs
Dubbing material
Peacock herl
Hackle feathers
Ant Pattern
Hook and Thread: Secure the hook in the vise and start the thread at the eye, wrapping it to the bend.
Body: Cut a small strip of black foam and tie it at the bend, leaving a small tag for the rear end.
Middle Segment: Add a small amount of black dubbing to the thread and wrap it to form the middle segment.
Front Segment: Pull the foam forward over the middle segment and tie it down to form the head. Trim the excess foam.
Legs: Tie in two rubber legs on each side of the middle segment.
Finish: Whip finish and apply head cement.
Beetle Pattern
Hook and Thread: Secure the hook and start the thread at the eye, wrapping it to the bend.
Body: Cut a strip of black or brown foam and tie it at the bend, extending over the hook shank.
Underbody: Dub the thread with peacock herl and wrap it to form the underbody.
Wing Case: Fold the foam forward over the underbody and tie it down at the head.
Legs: Attach rubber legs on each side.
Finish: Whip finish and apply head cement.
Grasshopper Pattern
Hook and Thread: Secure the hook and start the thread at the eye, wrapping it to the bend.
Body: Cut a strip of yellow or green foam and tie it at the bend, leaving a tag for the rear end.
Underbody: Dub the thread with green or yellow dubbing and wrap it to form the underbody.
Wing Case: Fold the foam forward over the underbody and tie it down at the head.
Legs: Attach rubber legs on each side.
Head: Tie in a hackle feather at the head and wrap it forward to create a bushy appearance.
Finish: Whip finish and apply head cement.
Terrestrial flies are essential for fly fishing, especially during the summer months when land-based insects are abundant. By following these steps, you can tie effective ant, beetle, and grasshopper patterns that will attract fish and enhance your fishing experience
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