Small dry
Flying Ant
Winged ant terrestrial
Sea trout · TroutFilm
A tiny black or cinnamon body with a wisp of wing — tied to match the annual event that turns every fish in the river into a reckless glutton.
Fish this when
Summer and autumn when flying ants are in the air and hitting the water. Fish it static in the film and set the hook at every rise.
Why it works
When flying ants hit the water, trout abandon all selectivity. This sparse little pattern is all you need — the take is often immediate and confident.
Naturals it imitates
flying ant
Typical zone & fishable range
usually
Surface
Film
Subsurface
Deep
Setup sensitivity: medium
Quick facts
Tying difficulty
Beginner-friendly
Buy or tie?
Included in packs
Terrestrials