Beltra Badger

Irish salmon hairwing

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A classic Irish hairwing — black and white badger hackle wing over a silver body — that has been catching Connaught salmon since the nineteenth century. Reliable, understated, and trusted on the Mayo rivers.

Fish this when

Spring and summer on the western Irish rivers. In medium-height water with good visibility. A dependable choice when the fish are not showing a preference.

Why it works

The black-and-white contrast of the badger wing is highly visible in varying light. The silver body reflects well in coloured or peaty water.

Naturals it imitates