"Great Leadwing Drake"
Isonychia bicolor
primitive minnow mayfly nymph


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One of the principle flies/hatches on American
waters.  June primary emergence.  Moderate to swift
rivers.  3/4ths".  Storied fly of eastern classic rivers.
Also called "Leadwing Coachman."  Good swimmers.

Other primitive minnow mayflies:
"Great Summer Drake"

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