No. 23 The Alder Fly
This fly comes from a water nympha. It lays its eggs upon the leaves of trees which overhang the water, whence they drop into it. It is in season during May and June.
Imitation.
Body.—Peacock’s herl tied with black silk.
Wings.—From a feather of a brown hen, made large and full.
Legs.—A black cock’s hackle.