Salmonflies
Pteronarcys californica
The giant Salmonflies of the Western mountains are legendary for their proclivity to elicit consistent dry-fly action and ferocious strikes.
Featured on the forum
This specimen resembled several others of around the same size and perhaps the same species, which were pretty common in my February sample from the upper Yakima. Unfortunately, I misplaced the specimen before I could get it under a microscope for a definitive ID.
Troutnut is a project started in 2003 by salmonid ecologist Jason "Troutnut" Neuswanger to help anglers and
fly tyers unabashedly embrace the entomological side of the sport. Learn more about Troutnut or
support the project for an enhanced experience here.
Troutnut.com User Flags (Mike)
Troutnut.com User Flags (Mike)
Real Name
Mike
Location
Northwestern Pennsylvania
Biography & Thoughts
61 years old and have been fly fishing since I was 14........catch and release only. Flyfishing is my "time with God".........there is so much more to fly fishing than catching fish.........the beauty, majesty, and mystery is always there to enjoy wether you catch anything or not............but, it is better if you catch..LOL
Forum Signature
Stay focused on what is important in life...........