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Red Butt Ant

 
tied by jonnyrotten
Fly Type: Attractor Pattern,
Target Species: Trout,
Recommended Region: Northwest US,
Imitation: Ants/Beetles,
Material List*:
Hook to match naturals
Glue gun
Red and black sharpie pen
White hackle tips
Black hackle
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Tying Instructions: Start by forming body on hook with glue gun. Color head black and butt red with sharpie pens.
Tie in white hackle tips for wings.
Tie in black hackle and wrap forward.
Whip finish and fish.

Presentation Tips: Dead drift