The Infected Scud Fly Tying Tutorial

Most anglers call these pregnant scuds, but the orange coloration often comes from a parasite infection inside the scud. This infection can make the scud more visible and vulnerable, which is one reason trout frequently target them.

This infected scud pattern imitates that natural orange glow under the shell while keeping the buggy profile that makes scud patterns so effective. It’s a simple fly, but it can be deadly anywhere trout are feeding on freshwater shrimp.

The Infected Scud Fly Tying Material List

• Hook: Ahrex Size 12 NS172 Curved Gammarus Hook
  
• Thread: Uni Tan 8/0 Thread
  
• Underbody: Wapsi .010 Lead Wire
  
• Rib: UTC Sculpin Olive Small Ultra Wire
  
• Shell Case: Hareline Brown 1/8” Scudback
  
• Body: MFC Copper Olive Arizona Diamond Dub and Hareline UV Hot Orange Ice Dub

The Infected Scud Fly Tying Video

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