Marco Magic: Deceiver In Pink & Purple
Recreate fly patterns at home! Materials used in making this fly have been included below. Always keep in mind your local fly-fishing store will most likely have the materials referenced, and typically for less. Materials can also be found at Amazon or any other major on-line resource.
Fly-Tying Materials
- Mustad 34007SS (#4)
- UTC 210, white
- Brass Eyes, medium, nickel
- EP Fiber, pink
- EP Fiber, red
- Krystal Flash, UV purple
- Crystal Flash, mirror
- Sparkle Braid, pearl
- Berkley Vanish, Fluorocarbon, 30#, clear (weed guard)
Design Inspiration & Detail
Just last week, I bumped into several folks walking the lagoon side of Tigertail Beach on Marco Island, FL. All seemed like locals who frequent the fishing spot. Each made a reference to using Deceivers, Charlies, and Clousers all having some sort of flash and shade of pink. No need to tell me twice – looking to get back out and get it wet.
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Target Species
This particular fly was designed to attract Bonefish, Permit, and Snook – jacks and many other species will also take the fly.
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