No. 6 Peacock Fly
This is a small beetle, very abundant on warm summer days. It often falls upon the water in its flight, or is blown upon it by the wind. It is highly praised by English writers, and is described by Arundo, in “Practical Fly-Fishing,” as “the little chap.”
Imitation.
Body.—Copper-colored peacock’s herl.
Wings.—The darkest part of a robin’s wing-feather.
Legs.—A dark purple-dyed hackle.