Haka

Fly: Hans Weilenmann, Photograph: Hans Weilenmann

Hook: Wright & McGill 59 #18 (or equivalent 2XL nymph hook)
'Thread'/weight: Copper wire, black
Tail/abdomen/thorax/wing case: Magpie barbs
(All materials are listed in the order they are tied in.)

Note: This is my New Zealand variation on Frank Sawyer's Pheasant Tail nymph. It is named it after the ceremonial Maori war chant display.

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