The Beadhead Zug Bug is a versatile and reliable nymph pattern designed to imitate various aquatic insects, including caddis larvae, mayfly nymphs, and small crustaceans. Featuring a beadhead for added weight and lifelike movement, this fly is perfect for getting down to the feeding zone quickly, making it ideal for targeting trout and other species in both rivers and streams. The flash and subtle details of the Zug Bug make it an enticing option for fish that are feeding just below the surface or along the bottom.

Crafted with a peacock herl body and a beadhead, the Zug Bug offers both visual attraction and natural movement in the water. The beadhead helps the fly sink faster, ensuring it gets into the strike zone efficiently, while the natural materials create a realistic, buggy profile that trout and other fish find irresistible.

To fish the Beadhead Zug Bug effectively, use it as part of a nymph rig or under a strike indicator. Cast upstream or across the current, allowing the fly to drift naturally along the bottom. This pattern works particularly well in deeper pools, riffles, and runs where fish are actively feeding on nymphs and larvae.