CDC Caddis Emerger Dry Fly - Olive - Sizes #12 to #20 - (Pack of 3)

The CDC Caddis Emerger dry fly, hand tied in sizes #12 to #20, is crafted to replicate the caddisfly in its emergent phase, just as it breaks free from its pupal case and prepares to take flight. The use of CDC (Cul de Canard) feathers gives the fly exceptional buoyancy and a life-like texture, as these feathers are naturally oily and trap air bubbles, resembling an insect surrounded by a shroud of gas as it ascends through the water column. The body of the fly is often tapered and colored to match the specific caddis species prevalent in the fishing area, with the addition of fine hackle or dubbing to suggest legs and add realism. When fishing this pattern, aim to present it in slow-moving runs or the soft water adjacent to faster currents where emerging caddisflies are likely to be found. Cast upstream or across-and-upstream and let the fly drift down naturally, mimicking an emerging caddis. A slight twitch can be added occasionally to suggest the movements of the insect as it struggles to emerge, making it irresistible to trout and other surface-feeding fish. Fishing the CDC Caddis Emerger during a hatch can be particularly effective as fish are actively looking for these easy targets near the surface.