Bloody-Backed Bunny Leech |
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| Hook: | Targus 7999 or salmon hook of choice |
| Head: | large brass cone head |
| Thread: | UNI 6/0, color doesn't matter since it won't show |
| Tail: | straight-cut rabbit strip on top of 6 dozen strands of krystal flash, color of choice. Skin on strip should extend out one hook length |
| Rear body: | cross-cut red rabbit strip |
| Lateral line: | 6 strands of krystal flash on each side |
| Front body: | cross-cut rabbit strip, same color as tail |
Notes: One of my favorite flies for steelhead. Other colors that work well include pink, orange, tan, electric blue, and black. Whip-finishing twice behind the head will eliminate the need for head cement. Swing it deep, and be prepared for some _vicious_ strikes! |
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