Pink Shrimp
Phillip Ellis

*Type of Fly |
Nymph |
*Name of Fly: |
Pink Shrimp |
*Etymology: |
Because it imitates a shrimp (Gammerus) |
*Date Invented |
1990s |
Hook: |
Standard grub hook 12 -16 |
Thread: |
Pink |
Weighting: |
Lead under body on top of shank in layers. Metal beads can also be used in almost any colour |
Tail: |
Optional feathers to match fly colour |
Body: |
N/A |
Shell Back: |
Either clear polythene, scudback or Flexibody. |
Rib: |
Fine silver wire or nylon to form body segments |
Thorax: |
N/A |
Legs: |
Tease out dubbing to form legs. |
Wings: |
N/A |
Hackle: |
N/A |
Special Tying Instructions: |
Ensure ribbing is pulled down tight to show segments. |
Fishing Instructions: |
Can be fished in team of two in deep water. |
Interesting Facts: |
N/A |


