Ring Neck Tail complete ring neck pheasant tail clump Male Ringneck Pheasant Tails have thick barring and mottling in deep browns, black, tan and olive colors. The tails are versatile and are used for tails, bodies, wing cases, hopper legs and wings. The pheasant tail nymph is a classic example of the uses of Ringneck Pheasant Tail. The nymph is almost entirely made out of the tail fibers and has proven itself to be one of the most productive patterns.