Manuka Beetle trout fly

Description	Manuka Beetle trout fly is also known as a Green Beetle. These beetles appear in summer and are eagerly sought by trout. A most effective fly to have when fishing in backcountry areas during warm summer weather.	Manuka Beetle Art of Fly Fishing Calendar, 1998 © Michael Scheele
Use	Best during November and December daylight hours when Manuka Beetles are active. The wind blows them onto the water - sometimes in great numbers and the trout lie waiting for them.
Type	Dry fly
Variant	Also known as Green Beetle
See also	Beetle patterns
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