The Kiwi Beetle is a fly I’m really looking forward to fishing on my upcoming trip to New Zealand. It is a really simple tie and has all the best attributes of a terrestrial pattern.
Materials
Hook: Hanak 260 #12 (Umpqua C260 #12)
Thread: Uni 6/0
Body: Peacock/Orange Uni Mylar
Over Body: 2mm Foam
Legs: Black Spanflex
Hackle: Metz Grizzly Saddle