Peanut Bunker Fly – Saltwater Baitfish for Striped Bass and Inshore Predators

A simple, durable and effective baitfish imitation for saltwater game fish. Capt. Ken Tutalo’s version of the Peanut Bunker is a proven inshore pattern, particularly effective for striped bass and a variety of Florida saltwater species.

Description

Peanut bunker are an important forage bait for many saltwater predators. Capt. Ken’s Peanut Bunker is designed to imitate these small baitfish with a practical profile and durable construction.

This pattern is especially effective for striped bass, but it has also proven itself on Florida's flats and inshore waters. Snook, bluefish, jacks, spotted seatrout, mackerel and other predatory fish will readily take this fly.

The synthetic wing material provides a durable baitfish profile that holds up to repeated casting and aggressive strikes. Each fly is tied on a sturdy #3/0 saltwater hook, ready for inshore fishing.

Why Fish the Peanut Bunker?

When game fish are feeding on small baitfish, a dependable pattern that matches the general profile of their forage is an important addition to your fly box.

Capt. Ken’s Peanut Bunker is a versatile saltwater streamer that can be fished in a variety of conditions, from Northeast striped bass waters to Florida flats and backcountry.

How to Fish It

Fish this fly around bait schools, current seams, channels, flats, grass edges and other areas where predators are feeding.

A steady retrieve with occasional changes in speed or short pauses can imitate a fleeing baitfish. Adjust your retrieve to match the activity of the fish.

Capt. Ken’s Guide Tips

When targeting striped bass, watch for birds, surface activity and concentrations of peanut bunker. Work the edges of feeding schools and vary your retrieve until you find what triggers a strike.

On Florida flats, keep this pattern handy when snook, jacks, bluefish and trout are chasing small baitfish. A straightforward presentation is often all that's needed.

Fly Details

• Pattern: Capt. Ken’s Peanut Bunker

• Hook: Sturdy #3/0 saltwater hook

• Wing Material: Durable synthetic material

• Target Species: Striped bass, snook, bluefish, jacks, spotted seatrout, mackerel and other inshore predators

• Available Options: Sold individually or in 3-fly packs

A proven baitfish pattern for Northeast striped bass and Florida inshore fishing. Add Capt. Ken’s Peanut Bunker to your saltwater fly box whenever predators are feeding on small baitfish.