This cicada imitation is built for those days when fish rise confidently but ignore standard dry flies. The chunky profile, realistic silhouette and subtle olive tone match natural cicadas and other bulky terrestrials that fall onto the water. It lands with a gentle plop that often triggers reaction takes from trout, chub and other surface-feeding fish.
The #10 size suits both rivers and stillwaters when larger insects are present. A buoyant body and durable materials keep it floating high, even in broken current, while the hook sits in the film for solid hook-ups. Fish it tight to banks, under overhanging trees or along edges where cicadas and beetles naturally drop in, and let the pattern work with minimal movement.
- Imitation of cicada and other large terrestrials
- Olive colour for natural, low-key presentation
- Size #10 for rivers and stillwaters
- High-floating body for good visibility and drift
- Works well for trout, chub and other surface feeders
- Effective around banks, trees and structure