California Mosquito

Fly: Steve Schalla, Photograph: Hans Weilenmann

Hook: TMC 100 #12-20
Thread: Danville Flymaster 6/0 Black
Wing: Grizzly hen hackle tips
Tail: Grizzly hackle fibers
Rib: Danville Rayon Floss White, 1/2 strand
Body: Danville Rayon Floss Black
Hackle: Grizzly hackle
Note: This pattern is used within the high elevations of the Sierra on both streams and lakes. The 45 degree downwing represents the hind legs that are lifted by the naturals when alighting on the water. Has been popular since the 1950’s


Back to Thumbnails

© 2009 Hans Weilenmann
Please don't copy/distribute the contents of this page without my explicit permission.