Generic Aztec Fly Egg Sucking Leech — Purple, Salmon Hook #8 for Freshwater Trout & Steelhead

Overview

The egg-sucking leech is a time-honored artificial fly in fly fishing. The Generic Aztec Fly pattern hints at a leech closing in on a fish egg, combining motion and color to catch the eye as you retrieve. The body uses chenille to mirror the hue you choose, while a bright orange tip imitates a small rounded egg, adding an extra cue for voracious predators. First popularized in the 1980s, this design has endured as a reliable option on rivers and lakes, especially when anglers are pursuing steelhead and other large freshwater species.

What you get

Key details and presentation matter when you are casting from a bank or wading in a riffle. The Aztec Fly is tied on salmon hooks for added strength and a clean, deliberate presentation at the moment of hookup.

• These are tied on salmon hooks for added strength and improved presentation
• Hook Size #8

Why it stands out

The combination of a chenille body that matches the fly color and a bright orange tip creates a visible silhouette that moves with the current. In clear to slightly stained water, the lure can entice bites from a range of freshwater species, including salmon, trout, bass, pike, and more.

Real-world use and tips

Use this pattern when fish seem interested in leech-like prey items or eggs. Drift or slow retrieve techniques can reveal the fly's subtle wiggle and flutter as it sweeps along submerged structures, eddies, and drop-offs.

• Versatile for salmon, trout, bass, pike, and other freshwater species
• Popular choice for steelhead fishing and riverine environments

Durability and build

On a sturdy hook, the pattern holds up to aggressive takes and tight jumps. The size 8 hook is a common choice for balancing strength and finesse in casting and presentation.