Tying Veverka's Mantis Shrimp - Dressed Irons

Hook: Mustad S71S (34007) or Tiemco 811s, #2 - #6
Thread: Wapsi UTC Ultra Thread 140 Denier, Tan
Tail: Extra Select Craft Fur, Tan
Eye: Painted Mono eyes
Mouth: Tan Rabbit Fur
Legs: Sili Legs, Pumpkin
Body: Craft Fur Dubbing, Tan
Eyes: Silver Bead Chain, Medium

There are a number of good Mantis Shrimp flies available to anyone heading to salty destinations. I have to say my favorite is the Veverka's Mantis Shrimp. I have cast this fly many times to Bonefish and am often surprised at how it can turn a head even when I make a bad cast and the fly is ten feet from the fish. The craft fur dubbing comes to life under the water and the long pumpkin sili-legs never stop moving. If you are headed anywhere to chase some Bonefish I highly recommend this fly in you box. If you are someone just starting in fly tying I also recommend you spend some time tying a dozen or so. There are many techniques in this fly that will be used on many other flies. Plus it is a great fly to practice your direct dubbing technique as well as introduce you to making your own dubbing! - Enjoy

If you have any questions about the tying of this fly feel free to let me know in the comments below.

If you would like to purchase some Veverka Mantis Shrimp Flies there are a number for sale on my website (while supplies last). - https://dressedirons.com/product/veverkas-mantis-shrimp

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