Stonefly Nymph - Black
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The Black Stonefly Nymph is a bold, high-contrast imitation of natural stonefly larvae—an essential food source for trout in fast, cold rivers. Its dark segmented body, subtle flash, and soft-hackle collar provide a lifelike profile that stands out in off-color or turbulent water. Black is a confidence color for many anglers, offering superior visibility and silhouette when fishing deeper slots, heavy seams, or moving water where trout rely on contrast to locate prey.
Durable and weighted to reach the strike zone quickly, this pattern excels in freestones, pocket water, and tailwaters with strong stonefly populations. Its natural movement and realistic outline make it a reliable choice during spring and early summer stonefly activity, but it's effective year-round whenever trout are feeding near the riverbed.
Best for:
- Fast or stained water where contrast helps fish see the fly
- Trout feeding on stonefly nymphs in freestones and pocket water
- Deep nymphing through runs, riffles, and seams
📌 Pro Tip: Add weight or use a tungsten anchor fly above this pattern to keep it crawling tight to the bottom—exactly where real stonefly nymphs live and drift.