Timber Ant - Purple
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The Timber Ant – Purple is a high-floating terrestrial dry fly designed to imitate large ants and attractor terrestrials that trout can’t resist. Featuring a bold purple body, wide profile, and realistic rubber legs, this pattern is built to grab attention and trigger surface strikes in both fast and slow water. It excels during warm months when ants are blown into rivers and creeks, especially in mountainous or wooded areas.
Its foam body provides excellent buoyancy, while the contrasting white post aids visibility in glare or low-light conditions. The Timber Ant works exceptionally well in dry-dropper rigs, with enough float power to suspend heavier tungsten nymphs in faster currents. Whether you’re prospecting pocket water or targeting rising fish along the bank, this fly’s combination of visibility, floatation, and movement makes it a must-have for terrestrial season.
Best for:
- Summer and early fall terrestrial fishing
- High country creeks, freestone rivers, and canyon streams
- Dry-dropper rigs in riffles and seams
📌 Pro Tip: Fish the Timber Ant tight to grassy banks or drop it near overhanging limbs—trout often lie in wait for terrestrials to fall into their lane. Its purple body makes it an excellent choice when fish are ignoring more traditional patterns.
