Bloody-Backed Bunny Leech

Fly: Ben Sobel, Photograph: Hans Weilenmann

Hook: Targus 7999 or salmon hook of choice
Head: large brass cone head
Thread: UNI 6/0, color doesn't matter since it won't show
Tail: straight-cut rabbit strip on top of 6 dozen strands of krystal flash, color of choice. Skin on strip should extend out one hook length
Rear body: cross-cut red rabbit strip
Lateral line: 6 strands of krystal flash on each side
Front body: cross-cut rabbit strip, same color as tail

Notes:
One of my favorite flies for steelhead. Other colors that work well include pink, orange, tan, electric blue, and black. Whip-finishing twice behind the head will eliminate the need for head cement. Swing it deep, and be prepared for some _vicious_ strikes!

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