Chernobyl Ant - Red
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The Chernobyl Ant – Red is a bold foam terrestrial fly built to grab attention and float high, even in rough water. Tied with a segmented red foam body, rubber legs, and a splayed silhouette, this pattern imitates a variety of large terrestrials—ants, hoppers, beetles—and functions just as well as a general attractor. Its vibrant red color increases visibility for both fish and angler, making it ideal for fishing riffles, pocket water, and bank seams where quick reactions are needed.
This pattern performs especially well during summer and early fall, when big terrestrials are most active and trout are hunting near the surface. The Chernobyl Ant – Red is also a popular choice for dry-dropper rigs, easily supporting heavier nymphs in freestone streams or fast-moving current.
Best for:
- Prospecting with large terrestrials
- Hopper-dropper rigs in freestone water
- High-vis fishing in riffles, seams, and banks
📌 Pro Tip: Use the red variation in off-color or glary water—its strong silhouette and color contrast make it easier to track and harder for trout to ignore.
