A red-bodied midge larva with fine wire ribbing that produces when nothing else will. Midges hatch every day of the year, and the Rojo dead-drifted near the bottom gets eaten even in the dead of winter.
When to Fish It
Year-round, at its best November through March when midge larvae are the primary food source. Fish it deep under an indicator, as the bottom fly in a two-nymph rig, or just under the surface during an emergence. Use super-light tippet and set gently — takes are subtle.
Key Info
- Type: Nymph
- Imitates: Midge larva
- Sizes: 14, 16, 18
- Best for: Trout on tailwaters, spring creeks, and freestones
- Fish it: Under an indicator, euro rig, or midge dropper
Related: Zebra Midge - Black · Chironomid Midge Pupa
