Hairwing
Rusty Rat
Canadian Atlantic salmon classic
SalmonMid-depth
Canadian classic from the Restigouche—rusty yellow and red over a peacock body. Catches Atlantic salmon from New Brunswick to Norway. Essential to any salmon box regardless of river.
Fish this when
Summer and autumn on Atlantic salmon rivers. Most effective in low, clear summer water when brighter patterns spook fish.
Why it works
Subdued orange and yellow are less alarming than bright attractors in clear water, yet visible. Peacock body adds natural iridescence.
Naturals it imitates
general attractor — salmon fly
Typical zone & fishable range
usually
Surface & waking
Shallow
Mid-depth
Deep
Setup sensitivity: medium
Quick facts
Tying difficulty
Intermediate
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