Chironomid larva
Red Chironomid Larva
Deep silty-bottom larva
CharDeep
Red chironomid larvae live in silty lake bottoms and form a significant part of the diet of char feeding deep. Fished near the bottom on a long leader or under an indicator.
Fish this when
Char feeding below sight depth over silt. Early season or cold conditions when fish are holding deep. A companion to the pupa when depth varies.
Why it works
Bloodworm-red is highly visible in dark silty conditions. Char often graze the silt methodically — the static larva profile needs no action.
Naturals it imitates
chironomid larva
bloodworm
Typical zone & fishable range
usually
Surface
Film
Subsurface
Deep
Setup sensitivity: medium
Included in packs
Deep & streamer