About the Cow Dung Trout Fly

This fly dates back into the mists of time to when a fly fisherman first stepped apon a cowpat and disturbed the 'Cow Dung' flies which he recognised as the very same flies as the trout were busily feeding on. They still are a splended pattern today

Expert Tip:

This fly is to be seen throughout the year. It is very abundant about the middle of March, when vast quantities are seen on the water if there be a high wind. The colour of the male, when newly hatched, is a very bright tawny yellow, that of the female a greenish brown; she is rather smaller than the male, is found in as great numbers on the water and is as good a fly to imitate. This insect is not in full season after the end of April, but in blustering days may be used all the year round. It is a fly that varies much in size, the early specimens being mostly small. Alfred Ronald (1836)

Creator of this trout fly: Anon

Tier of this trout fly: Many Shelvey

Country of origin for this trout fly: England

This trout fly is designed to be fished on Rivers & Streams

Dressings

• Hook 12 : 14
• Thread : Yellow
• Body : Peacock herl
• Hackle : Ginger to red cock
• Wing : Landrail or Cinnamon hen wing

Alfred Ronald in 1836 used yellow worsted, mohair, or camlet, mixed with a little dingy brown fur from the bear, and left rough, spun upon light brown silk.