Scud-Beadhead

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Scuds are a vital food source for trout. Scuds live in slack waters of rivers, and are the #1 food source in many lakes that hold trophy sized trout. Scuds move in short 6-12 inch spurts. These are tied to closely resemble the Gammarus, the most important specie to fly fishers Also called freshwater shrimp and sowbugs. Tied with the flashback. Show more