The Ultimate Streamer for Aggressive Predators

Dale’s Bunny Zonker is a highly effective streamer fly designed to trigger ferocious strikes from large, predatory fish. Combining lifelike movement, natural materials, and high flash visibility, this fly is an essential pattern for anglers chasing big trout, bass, pike, and other aggressive freshwater species.

Built with barred marabou, rabbit strips, and schlappen hackle, the Bunny Zonker has a fluid swimming action that mimics wounded baitfish, while the Kreelex/Polar Flash and Sili Legs provide additional lifelike movement. The weighted Spirit River Real Eyes ensure the fly gets deep into the strike zone, making it perfect for fast currents, deep pools, and big river systems.

Why It Works

✅ Natural Baitfish Profile – The combination of barred rabbit fur, marabou, and schlappen creates a lifelike silhouette in the water.

✅ Incredible Movement – The soft, flowing materials give the fly irresistible movement, even in slow currents.

✅ Flash & Attraction – Kreelex or Polar Flash and red Lazer Dub throat add contrast and visibility, increasing strikes.

✅ Weighted for Depth – The Spirit River Real Eyes help the fly sink quickly to reach where big fish lurk.

✅ Versatile & Durable – Works in fast or slow water and holds up to multiple aggressive strikes.

Ideal Conditions & Target Species

🔹 Best Conditions: High water flows, stained or murky water, early mornings, late evenings, and overcast days.

🔹 Target Species:

• Big Brown & Rainbow Trout in rivers and lakes.
• Smallmouth & Largemouth Bass hunting for larger prey.
• Northern Pike & Musky looking for a meaty meal.
• Steelhead in larger river systems.

If you're chasing big, aggressive fish, Dale’s Bunny Zonker is a must-have streamer in your fly box. Whether stripping fast through current or dead-drifting in deep pools, this pattern will bring explosive strikes from the fish of a lifetime!