Long, semi-rigid and strong hair. We use bucktail as the wing on sand eels and other fish imitations.Bucktail is also the only material used for the legendary Jiggy. A fine imitation of baitfish and this pattern have been proven in saltwater around the world. Can also be used as fine feelers on shrimp flies and is great for Pike flies.Bucktail also in a many saltwater flies for the tropical fishing.