Tarpon Bunny Fly

The Tarpon Bunny Fly is a legendary pattern for anglers chasing the silver king. This fly features a soft rabbit fur tail that pulses with every strip of the line. It offers incredible movement in the water that looks alive to hungry fish. We trust this pattern because it is tied on a heavy-duty Owner Aki hook. This hook is famous for its strength and will not straighten out when you fight a massive tarpon.

What It Imitates

This fly mimics a variety of swimming prey including baitfish, shrimp, and marine worms. The rabbit strip tail undulates like a swimming leech or a fleeing baitfish. Its profile pushes water to help fish find it in dirty water.

How To Use It

Fish this fly with a strip-and-pause retrieve. Pull the line to make the rabbit fur swim, then pause to let the materials breathe and pulse. This pause is often when a tarpon will strike. It works well for rolling fish or when you are blind casting into channels. You can also swim it steadily in front of cruising fish to get an aggressive reaction.

When To Use It

Use the Tarpon Bunny when fish are ignoring stiffer feather flies. The soft movement works great in both clear and stained water. It is an excellent choice for early morning rolling fish or when you need a fly that sinks slightly to get into the strike zone. This pattern shines when tarpon are being picky and need a more lifelike presentation.

Why We Like It

We love this fly because of the Owner Aki hook. Many tarpon flies fail because the hook bends during the fight, but this one holds strong. The rabbit fur gives it more action than almost any other material. It looks like a real meal in the water and grabs the attention of big fish.

Comparisons

Tarpon Bunny Fly vs Tarpon Toad:

The Tarpon Toad is designed to suspend high in the water column and land softly. It is great for shallow water and spooky fish that are sitting still. The Tarpon Bunny sinks faster and has much more movement. Choose the Toad for laid-up fish in shallow water and the Bunny for swimming fish or deeper channels.

Tarpon Bunny Fly vs Lefty's Deceiver:

Lefty's Deceiver is a classic baitfish imitation made with feathers and bucktail. It has a sleek profile that casts easily and moves quickly. The Tarpon Bunny is bulkier and pushes more water. If you need a fly that makes a commotion and pulses during the pause, the Bunny is the better option.

Tarpon Bunny Fly vs EP Peanut Butter:

The EP Peanut Butter is a synthetic fly that sheds water and casts very lightly. It maintains a wide profile but does not have the same wiggling action as rabbit fur. The Tarpon Bunny absorbs water and sinks better, making it superior for getting down to fish that are not right on the surface.