MYSIS SHRIMP

Mysis Shrimp is a specialized nymph pattern designed to imitate freshwater shrimp, a critical food source in many tailwaters where these tiny crustaceans thrive. With its slim, translucent body, subtle ribbing, and pearly or clear flash, this fly replicates the natural look of drifting mysis that trout feed on heavily below dams and in nutrient-rich rivers.

Some versions feature a bead head, giving the fly weight to reach feeding lanes quickly in deeper or faster currents. Its lifelike translucence makes it especially deadly in clear waters, where selective trout often reject less convincing patterns.

This fly excels when fished deep under an indicator or as part of a two-fly rig on light tippet. Trout that key in on mysis are known to grow exceptionally large, making this pattern a must-have in any serious angler’s box. Whether you’re targeting the Fryingpan, Green, or Taylor Rivers—or any tailwater with a mysis population—the Mysis Shrimp is a proven big-fish producer.