Natures Spirit Emu Feathers Natural

Emu is an underused material with much potential and of course Natures Spirit Emu feathers are uniquely Australian (although strangely imported from the US), so they have a special place in our fly tying maerials collection. The length varies from 3 to 12 inches. Great for gills on large nymphs or palmered as a hackle on woolly buggers and other wet flies.

Emu feathers come with two prime types of fibers on most feathers for a fly tiers use, fluffy barbules and hard pin type barbules.

The pin type barbules of the feathers make great antennae for insects (Goddard caddis antennae) and prawn patterns, as well as offering a good stiff tailing feather option.

The fluffy barbules are like marabou but miuch shorter and stiffer than marabou. Though they still offer a great subtle movement on the retrieve. The fluffy part of the feathers is half way down some of the feathers below the pin type barbules. Most feathers also had a darker tip section. These fluffy feathers make great collars and bodies (which can also be trimmed to shape). 

Sale is for one single pack of feathers, like pictured.

Of course, if you want to create all sorts of natural looking streamer fly patterns, then our ever growing range of natural hairs and furs is the ideal place to start for something different to the synthetic option. Don’t just settle on looking in the Hare & Rabbit category when you’re chasing quality winging and body furs, check out the Specialty Species Category of the Troutlore Flytying Store as well. Plus, we keep a great selection of Calf and Bucktail as well, in a big range of colours to take care of your freshwater and saltwater flytying needs. If you can’t find a product you are specifically looking for, get in touch and we will see if it can be sourced, and kept in stock. Plus, you can keep up to date with new releases through our newsletter and social media outlets.