The Munro Killer is a classic Scottish salmon fly pattern that has been around for over a century. It belongs to the family of "Killer" patterns (like the Black, Silver, and Blue Killer), which were developed for Atlantic salmon fishing, especially in Scottish rivers.

Origin

• It was first tied in the late 1800s and named after Mr. Munro, a well-known ghillie (guide) on the River Conon in Scotland.

• Its reputation grew quickly because of its effectiveness in both bright and dull conditions.

Appearance

The Munro Killer is usually tied in a traditional low-water style (slim, sparse, elegant), though many modern variations exist for tube flies, doubles, and trebles.

Fishing Notes

• It’s considered a very reliable pattern for salmon in clear water and summer conditions, but tube fly versions are also effective in higher water.

• The fly is still widely used in Scotland, Ireland, and Atlantic Canada — many anglers keep a few in different sizes in their box for summer and autumn salmon runs.