Think of the lure in your fly fishing tackle as the way you’re communicating with a fish.
You’re hoping to trick the fish into accepting your offer of a tasty morsel.
Whether or not the degree to which a saltwater fly physically resembles the preferred prey of the targeted game fish actually increases your chances out on the water has been debated for decades.
However, many experts suggest matching the lure as closely as possible to the fish’s natural foods — at least to begin with. After all, such a fly will innately trigger a predatory response, thanks to millions of years of evolution.
All this means you’d do well to learn the favored prey items of the saltwater game fish you’re after. And be as specific as you can. Try to find out as much as possible on the habits of fish in your target area.
Here are some tips to get you started…
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