Egg Sucking Leech Fly - Tungsten Bead Streamer for Trout, Steelhead & Salmon

What is an Egg Sucking Leech Fly?

The Egg Sucking Leech is a deadly streamer pattern that combines a leech body with an egg head, creating an irresistible combination for predatory fish. This pattern features tungsten beads for fast sinking, a bunny strip tail for lifelike movement, and a bright egg head that triggers aggressive strikes.

Why is the Egg Sucking Leech So Effective?

This fly imitates two high-protein food sources at once: leeches and salmon eggs. The combination is especially deadly during salmon spawning season when trout and steelhead feed heavily on both. The bunny strip tail creates natural swimming motion that fish can't resist.

When to Fish Egg Sucking Leech Patterns

This pattern works year-round but is especially productive during fall salmon runs when eggs are abundant, in spring during spawning season, and in Alaska where salmon runs dominate. It's also effective in winter when leeches are active and other food is scarce.

Where to Use Egg Sucking Leeches

Fish this pattern in rivers and streams with salmon runs, tailwaters below dams, lakes with leech populations, and anywhere trout, steelhead, or salmon are present. It's particularly effective in Alaska, Pacific Northwest, and Great Lakes tributaries.

How to Fish an Egg Sucking Leech

Cast across and downstream, allowing the tungsten beads to sink the fly deep. Retrieve with slow, steady strips or swing it through runs and pools. The bunny strip tail creates action even with minimal movement. Fish it near the bottom where big fish feed.

What Fish Eat Egg Sucking Leeches?

This pattern is deadly for rainbow trout, brown trout, steelhead, salmon (coho, chinook, sockeye), char, and pike. It's proven effective for trophy-sized fish that prefer large, protein-rich meals.

What Size is Best?

Size 4 is perfect for targeting larger trout, steelhead, and salmon. The substantial profile attracts big fish and the tungsten beads get it down to the strike zone quickly in fast water.

Product Features

• Tungsten bead head for fast sinking
• Bunny strip tail for lifelike action
• Bright egg head triggers strikes
• Size 4 - ideal for big fish
• Deadly during salmon runs
• Works year-round
• Proven Alaska pattern
• Durable construction
• Hand-tied with premium materials
• Made in USA