Midge Pupa can be an extremely important trout food. On just about every trout stream in the United States, midges are one of the most abundant food sources available to a trout 12 months a year. This version is a quick tie, but does a good job imitating the profile of a midge pupa. Adjust the color and size to match the midges at hand, and you'll find success with this simple fly! 

Hook: TMC 2487, TMC 2488, Daiichi 1130

Thread: 70 Denier to match natural

Tail: 4-5 CDC Fibers

Abdomen: Micro Tubing to match natural 

Wingcase: CDC Feather

Thorax: Red Midge Diamond Braid