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Hothead Pearl Bird’s Nest
Hook: Caddis-pupa hook (here a TMC 2457), sizes 12-16.
Bead: Hot pink or orange inverted/drop tungsten bead, size to match the hook.
Thread: Olive, 8/0 or 70-denier.
Tail: Mallard flank fibers.
Body: White Hends Pearl Quill.
Thorax/veil 1: Mercer’s Buggy Nymph dubbing.
Wings: Mallard flank fibers.
Thorax/veil 2: Mercer’s Buggy Nymph dubbing.
Collar: Peacock herl.