Blue-winged Olive flies is a collective term used by anglers in fly fishing to identify a broad array of mayflies having olive, olive-brown bodies and bluish wings in their adult form. Sometimes referred to as BWO, a wide array of artificial flies are tied to imitate adult, nymphal and

The Blue Winged Olive Mayfly (BWO) is a remarkable insect tied to fly fishing. Its unique hatch generates a special response from fish, standing out among other species. The BWO, a member of the Baetis genus and Baetidae family, has its hatch during the warmer months and forms a substantial part of a trout’s diet. This provides anglers an ...

One way to fish the BWO nymphs is with an indicator of some sort. It can be a bright bobber tied a foot or two above the fly or a dry fly. If using a dry fly, be sure to tie on a BWO to use. It’ll show whether or not the fish are more interesting in the dries rather than the nymphs or emergers.

2022年2月17日 · A blue winged olive (BWO) is a flying insect in the mayfly family that is often associated with river hatches and rising fish, specifically trout. I’ll explain to you exactly what they are, how to identify them (including pictures), their life …

2019年3月8日 · One such insect that has caught our attention is the Blue Winged Olive (BWO). In this article, I delve into the fascinating world of the Blue Winged Olive, exploring its physical characteristics, habitat, behavior, and life cycle. I also share some tips on how to use this knowledge to your advantage on your next fishing trip.

2022年3月3日 · From egg to larva (nymph stage), to emerger, to adult dun, the lifecycle may be only a few months compared to other aquatic insects. That’s why we can have a heavy hatch in late winter and early spring and another in the early autumn. Hatches can happen throughout the year and are heavily dependent on water temperature.

2019年2月14日 · BWO nymphs have slender, tapered bodies which some fly fishers describe as “torpedo-shaped.” Their color ranges from olive to dark brown. BWO nymphs have two long antennae and three tails—with the center tail considerably shorter than the outer two.

2023年3月7日 · The mayfly is the quintessential aquatic insect that is often thought of when people visualize insects and fly fishing. Blue Wing Olive Mayflies are an important hatch that occurs year round, predominantly in spring, summer, and fall. They are an important food source in a trout's diet, and fly fishermen should underst

2025年2月9日 · The Blue Wing Olive (BWO) is a member of the Baetis family, a common insect found in our beloved Missouri River. This small insect plays a big role in the food chain, serving as an important calorie source for brown and rainbow trout.

Blue-Winged Olives (BWOs) are very widespread and important insects when it comes to trout fishing on most rivers both throughout Europe and the US. Fly fishing entomology had its beginnings in England and the recent books on that subject (most prominently by J.R. Harris and John Goddard) are used as reference works in the whole Europe.