Turneffe Micro Crab

Some locations including (but not limited to) the flats around the Turneffe Islands require very small patterns to fish effectively for bonefish. Small flies frequently get the nod over larger ones in these types of locations. Enrico's "Turneffe" Micro Crab is an excellent choice to add to your box if you require small patterns for spooky fish.
Click the photos to see size reference photos. New for 2025 is the "Sandbar" version of this fly featuring bead chain eyes and fine rubber legs for the claws - that's the one in the image at lower right shown above.

COLORS:				SIZE: 8

Turneffe Micro Crab $6.50/ea

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The #8 Turneffe Micro Crab is the smallest crab fly we have on hand, at approximately 3/4" long (2 cm) by 3/4" wide; it has small plastic eyes, and is essentially an unweighted fly. Please note, landing large fish on such small hooks can be a challenge! Be sure to set a light drag, and play fish carefully. Related patterns: Bonefish Bitters, Turneffe Crab, Turneffe Micro Shrimp, EP Micro Crab. The Turneffe Micro Crab is Tied by Enrico Puglisi LTD.

The slim-profile "Bonefish Box" by Anglers Image shown below is probably the best box we have ever seen for carrying standard bonefish patterns - modern "slit foam" design holds flies securely and is easy to insert the flies in. This box will hold approximately 24 standard sized bonefish flies, but still fits easily in a shirt pocket - something that many boxes are advertised to do, but few achieve. The lid of this box is clear, which allows the angler to view the contents of the box before opening it - a real advantage while wading the flats or preparing to tie on a new fly from the deck of a bouncing boat. Dimensions are 5 3/4" x 3 5/8" x 7/8" (14.5 cm x 9 cm x 2.2 cm). Click photo shown below to view the box empty. Saltwater Fly Box - "Bonefish Box" $11.95 Add to Cart

Note: All of the Saltwater Flies that we sell are handcrafted items - some small variations in size, color, or shape from the flies pictured here are possible. We guarantee your satisfaction with any fly purchased from us - if any fly you order from us does not meet your expectations, you may return it (unfished!) for a full refund.

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