The devil's coach-horse beetle (Ocypus olens) is a species of beetle belonging to the large family of the rove beetles (Staphylinidae). [2] It was originally included in the genus Staphylinus in 1764, [3] and some authors and biologists still use this classification.

Detailed instructions for tying a Devil Bug.Recipe:Hook: Standard dry-fly hook (here a Dai-Riki 300), sizes 8-18.Thread: 8/0 or 70 Denier, brown.Tail/Back/he...

A ferocious and fast predator, the Devil's coach horse beetle hunts invertebrates after dark in gardens and on grasslands. It is well-known for curling up its abdomen like the tail of a scorpion when defending itself.

Oct 1, 2014 · In this great video from Tightline Productions, Tim Flagler walks you through the steps to tie a Devil Bug. He also describes several ways to fish it, although he left out one of my favorites: stripping the fly underwater at the end of a long drift.

Powerful predators of the insect world, the devil’s coach horse feeds on a range of invertebrates. Worms, slugs, caterpillars, spiders and woodlice are all among the prey taken. Fast moving, the beetle uses its powerful jaws to catch prey on the ground.

Oct 3, 2024 · The Devil’s Coach Horse beetle is a fascinating creature that’s often misunderstood. This small but mighty insect has been the subject of folklore and superstition for centuries, earning its devilish name from its defensive posture.

I have fished this Devil Bug all over the US and certify it is the absolute “go to” fly in my vest. On day on the Big Horn in Montana, I floated from the After Bay Dam down to the 12 Mile takeout, from 8:30 am to 5 pm following the stream and pods of huge brown trout.

Apr 2, 2021 · The Devil Bug was the precursor of a family of folded deer hair flies that includes flies like the Cooper Bug, the Goofus Bug, Doodle Bug, the Tom Thumb. Fly fishing legend Gary Borger popularized a version of the Devil Bug designed to imitate caddisflies.

Jun 2, 2011 · The devil bug, also known as the doodle bug, tie is of the best flies for catching wild brook trout. Here are the steps to making the perfect tie to catch the fish your looking for.

Jul 16, 2009 · If you google the pattern name, or Tuttle's Devil Bug, you will see a lot of pictures of the old Devil Bugs, and this link to a video on the basic tying steps. http://www.maineflyfishing.com/flyvideos/devilbug.htm