Marvelous Spatuletail Photography
The Marvelous Spatuletail is one of the most sought-after subjects for hummingbird photographers, and NaturesLens offers a genuine chance to get close to this extraordinary bird, with its wire-like tail streamers and paddle-tipped feathers, in a controlled, patient setting suited to getting the shot right. Given how prized and localised this species is, a dedicated holiday built around it is a rare opportunity for photographers keen to add something truly special to their portfolio.
Where NaturesLens Photographs the Marvelous Spatuletail
NaturesLens runs its Marvelous Spatuletail photography holiday in Peru, as part of the Peru's Ultimate Hummingbirds itinerary, typically scheduled for January. The trip takes in the Abra Patricia Reserve and Huembo Reserve, along with time around Moyobamba, Pucusana and Tarapoto, giving photographers a good spread of locations in which to work with this remarkable bird.
Abra Patricia Reserve
NaturesLens visits Abra Patricia Reserve on small-group wildlife photography holidays in Peru, with time here planned around Amethyst Woodstar, Andean Cock-of-the-Rock, Black-throated Mango, Blue-Necked Tanager and Chestnut-breasted Coronet rather than…
Huembo Reserve
NaturesLens visits Huembo Reserve on small-group wildlife photography holidays in Peru, with time here planned around Amethyst Woodstar, Andean Cock-of-the-Rock, Black-throated Mango, Blue-Necked Tanager and Chestnut-breasted Coronet rather than general…
Moyobamba
NaturesLens visits Moyobamba on small-group wildlife photography holidays in Peru, with time here planned around Amethyst Woodstar, Andean Cock-of-the-Rock, Black-throated Mango, Blue-Necked Tanager and Chestnut-breasted Coronet rather than general sightseeing.…
Pucusana
NaturesLens visits Pucusana on small-group wildlife photography holidays in Peru, with time here planned around Amethyst Woodstar, Andean Cock-of-the-Rock, Black-throated Mango, Blue-Necked Tanager and Chestnut-breasted Coronet rather than general sightseeing.…
Tarapoto
NaturesLens visits Tarapoto on small-group wildlife photography holidays in Peru, with time here planned around Amethyst Woodstar, Andean Cock-of-the-Rock, Black-throated Mango, Blue-Necked Tanager and Chestnut-breasted Coronet rather than general sightseeing.…
NaturesLens Marvelous Spatuletail Photography Holidays
NaturesLens typically schedules these photography holidays in January.
NaturesLens Guides Who Photograph This Species
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I photograph the Marvelous Spatuletail in Peru?
NaturesLens runs dedicated Marvelous Spatuletail photography holidays to Peru, typically departing in January.
What specific locations does NaturesLens use to photograph the Marvelous Spatuletail?
NaturesLens photographs the Marvelous Spatuletail at Abra Patricia Reserve, Huembo Reserve, Moyobamba, Pucusana and Tarapoto.