{"product_id":"black-ant","title":"Black Ant Dry Fly","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Black Ant Dry Fly is a highly effective terrestrial pattern and a consistent bestseller during the warmer months. When flying ants hatch or are blown onto the water by wind, trout can quickly focus on them as an easy and abundant food source. During these periods, fish may ignore other insects and feed selectively on ants trapped in the surface film.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis pattern is designed to replicate the slim, segmented body and delicate profile of a natural black ant. Its dark silhouette stands out clearly against the surface, making it especially effective in calm conditions on lakes, reservoirs and slow-moving streams. The simple yet accurate design allows it to sit naturally on the water, imitating a stranded terrestrial struggling to escape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note all of our fishing flies are barbless unless otherwise stated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eBlack Ant Dry Fly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTail - Cock Black Cape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBody - Antron Black\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHackle - Cock Black Cape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWing - Half Mallard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHead - Black Silk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHook - Barbless, Mustad of Norway\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTarget Species - Trout\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Choose the Black Ant?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSummer Essential\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExtremely effective during flying ant hatches and windy conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural Silhouette\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe dark body creates a clear and realistic surface profile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelective Feeding Pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal when trout are focused on terrestrials rather than aquatic insects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHow To Dress The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack Ant Dry Fly\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApply Floatant Lightly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTreat the hackle and wing to maintain buoyancy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep It Sitting Low\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid excessive floatant on the body so the fly sits naturally in the surface film.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDry When Needed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse amadou or desiccant powder if the fly becomes waterlogged.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow To Fish the Black Ant Dry Fly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWind Blown Margins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTarget areas where wind pushes surface insects into corners and along banks. Trout often patrol these feeding lanes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDead Drift On Rivers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCast upstream and allow a natural, drag free drift. Subtle presentations are important when fish are feeding selectively.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStatic Stillwater Presentation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn lakes and reservoirs, allow the fly to sit motionless with only natural ripple providing movement. Takes can be gentle but decisive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Match The Hatch","offers":[{"title":"Size 14","offer_id":56448571965764,"sku":"D01314","price":1.13,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Size 16","offer_id":56448571998532,"sku":"D01316","price":1.13,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/5131\/7572\/files\/BlackAntDryFly_3a315e34-a22b-45c0-a8fe-1a4512c2a234.jpg?v=1774549143","url":"https:\/\/matchthehatch.co.uk\/products\/black-ant","provider":"Match The Hatch","version":"1.0","type":"link"}