willow fly

noun

1. a stonefly, Leuctra geniculata, of the English chalk streams, esteemed by trout and therefore by anglers

Example Sentences

The willow fly hatch every July was broadcast on Denver radio stations.

From Los Angeles Times

This fly will be found on the water till the end of September, with the paler dun, yellow dun, blue dun, and willow fly.

From Project Gutenberg

September and October.—Use the same Flies as in Spring, the willow fly in September must however be added to the list of Blues, Duns, and Browns.

From Project Gutenberg

Small Willow Fly,—wings inside of Woodcock's wing feather,—body mole's fur and yellow silk,—brown hackle for legs.

From Project Gutenberg