I’m not sure of the origins of this interesting pattern but it looks very fishy as both a Dun and an emerger. The hackle and legs are made from the long guard hairs from a hares mask (not ears) and create a very scruffy buggy effect.

Here I use a foam cylinder for the collar but I’m sure a strip of foam cut from a sheet will also work.

How to tie Diane Mayfly

Diane Mayfly pattern

• Hook: Mustad Heritage R43 # 14
• Tying thread: Sheer 14/0 Dun
• Tail: Coq de leon
• Rib: Uni Nylon Black
• Abdomen: Silk floss
• Collar: Tan foam cylinder
• Hackle/legs: Hares mask dubbing