Leeches
Big leeches. Little leeches. Trout leeches and salmon leeches. This collection brings together the most effective leech‑style fly patterns for lakes and rivers, including balanced leeches for indicator fishing and classic swimming leech imitations. Whether you’re targeting stillwater trout, river rainbows, steelhead, or salmon, leech flies offer lifelike movement and consistent attraction. These patterns excel in low light, cold water, and anytime fish are feeding on natural leeches or searching for large, protein‑rich meals. Stock your boxes with these proven leech flies for year‑round success.
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Articulated Bunny Leech - Barbell Egg Head - Black
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Balance Leech - Black Eye
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Balance Leech - Black UV
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Balance Leech - Claret
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Balance Leech - Olive
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Balanced Leather Leech - Black & Chartreuse
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Balanced Leather Leech - Peacock
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Balanced Leech - Bruised
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Balanced Leech - Olive
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Balanced Squirrel Leech - Black
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Balanced Squirrel Leech - Dark Brown
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Balanced Squirrel Leech - Olive
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Bead Head Bunny - Black
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Bead Head Bunny - Purple
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Bead Head Electric Leech
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Bead Head Hale Bopp Leech - Black
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Bead Head Hale Bopp Leech - Brown
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Bead Head Hale Bopp Leech - Gray
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Bead Head Hale Bopp Leech - Olive
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Chan's Balanced Ruby Eyed Leech - Black
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Coffey's Sparkle Minnow - Black Light
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Coffey's Sparkle Minnow - Crawfish Brown
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Coffey's Sparkle Minnow - Light Olive
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Coffey's Sparkle Minnow - Pearl Gold
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Drifters Crystal Leech
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Drifters Punk Perch - Dark
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Egg Sucking Bunny Bugger - Black
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Egg Sucking Bunny Bugger - Purple
Leech Patterns for Stillwater Trout
Leeches are a staple food source in lakes, making leech flies some of the most productive stillwater patterns available. Their undulating motion and natural profile trigger aggressive takes from cruising trout. Top lake patterns include the Hale Bopp Leech – Olive, a favorite for its long, flowing movement, and the Rickards Seal Bugger #1 – Black, a versatile pattern that imitates both leeches and small baitfish. These flies excel when fished on full-sinking lines, slow retrieves, and down close to the lake bottom.
Balanced Leeches for Indicator Rigs
Balanced leeches are designed to hang horizontally under an indicator, perfectly mimicking the natural posture of a swimming leech. They are deadly in stillwater environments, and especially during cold water periods when fish are less motivated to chase down a meal. Popular choices include the Balanced Leech – Olive for subtle presentations and the Balanced Squirrel Leech – Black for added movement and contrast. These patterns shine in deep drop‑offs, mid‑lake structure, and during cold‑water periods.
Egg‑Sucking Leeches for Alaska Rainbows & Salmon
Egg‑sucking leech patterns combine the irresistible movement of a leech with the bright attraction of an egg head, making them essential for Alaska trout, Dolly Varden, and salmon. Proven producers include the Egg‑Sucking Bunny Bugger – Black, a classic for hungry rainbows, and the heavy, high‑movement Articulated Bunny Leech Barbell Egg Head – Black. These flies are ideal for swinging, drifting, or stripping through runs where fish are feeding aggressively.