Rio Flies Crown Jewel Green Drake Nymph
The Rio Flies Crown Jewel Green Drake Nymph is an ultimate mountain stream pattern designed for cutthroat trout and other trout species. Ideal when a Green Drake hatch is present in nearby rivers, this imitator closely matches the natural profile of large mayfly nymphs.
- Mayfly nymph imitator
- Excellent for Eastern slope streams
- Targets cutthroat and other trout species
- Sold individually
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Pattern Type | Mayfly nymph |
| Color | Green with glass bead |
| Use Case | Mountain streams, hatch season |
| Target Species | Cutthroat trout, other trout |
This item is only shipped within Canada.
FAQ
What trout species does this fly attract?
This fly is primarily designed to attract cutthroat trout, but it can also be effective for other trout species in mountain stream environments.
Is the green glass bead visible in water?
Yes, the green glass bead catches light and acts as a visual hotspot, which can trigger feeding responses in trout.
Can this fly be used in non-hatch conditions?
While most effective during a Green Drake hatch, it may still work in general trout fishing situations where large nymphs are present.
William Russell –
Fished during a Green Drake hatch on a cold mountain stream and caught two cutthroat trout in under 30 minutes. The green glass bead really stood out and triggered strikes. Solid imitation of the natural nymph.
Deirdre Bower –
Used it on a slow-moving river with little activity. Got one strike after a few minutes of drifting. The body shape matches the real nymph well and the bead adds a nice flash.
Dorothy White –
Perfect for Eastern slope streams. The fly stayed natural in the water and worked well even in low light. Caught a trout on the first cast after setting up.