Crafting a Stonefly Using a Household Item and This Happened

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Black stoneflies are aquatic insects belonging to the order Plecoptera. They are commonly found in clean, cold, and well-oxygenated streams and rivers, making them good indicators of water quality. The nymphs (immature stage) of black stoneflies live underwater, clinging to rocks and feeding on algae, detritus, or other small organisms. They have long, slender bodies, often dark brown to black in color, and two tails. Adult black stoneflies have two pairs of wings and are typically darker in color, with some species displaying a more matte or shiny black appearance.

Stoneflies play a significant role in freshwater ecosystems as they are both prey and predator. They are also of interest to fly fishermen, who often use artificial lures mimicking stoneflies to catch fish, particularly trout.

Material List-
Hook: Daiichi 1260 Sz. 6

Thread: Semperfli 30D Nano Silk (White)

Underbody: 2mm Zip Tie locked in place with thread and covered with Uni Underdody

Tails: Emu Feather Nails

Abdomen: Larva Lace (Large, Brown)

Legs: GVS Realistic Legs (#2)

Thorax: Spirit River Caddis Nymph Dubbing (Caddis Cream)

Wing Pads & Head Plate: GVS Realistic Wing Pads (#2)

Antennae: Emu Feather Nails

Markers: Copic Markers (Black) and Chartpak Waterproof Markers (Delta Brown)