Canonical URL: https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/spot-billed-toucanet/ Species photography guide # Spot-billed Toucanet Photography Holidays *Selenidera maculirostris* Explore our Spot-billed Toucanet photography holidays in [Brazil](https://natureslens.co.uk/discover/south-america/brazil/), timed so photographers have strong chances to work with this species during the fruiting season between September and January offers the best opportunities.Our small-group photography holidays prioritise time in the field, light, behaviour, positioning & repeatable photographic opportunities rather than rushed wildlife viewing. [View trips](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/spot-billed-toucanet/#nl-species-trips)[Where](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/spot-billed-toucanet/#nl-species-where)[Field notes](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/spot-billed-toucanet/#nl-species-field-notes)[Related species](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/spot-billed-toucanet/#nl-species-related) ![Spot-billed Toucanet photography holiday](https://natureslens.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/A-Red-breasted-Toucan-on-a-tree-branch-one-of-the-species-that-you-will-be-able-to-photograph-during-the-NaturesLens-Birds-of-Brazil-photography-holiday-1024x683.jpg) ## At a glance Trips1 associated holiday Where[Brazil](https://natureslens.co.uk/discover/south-america/brazil/) Led by[David Miles](https://natureslens.co.uk/about/david/) Species profile ## About this species The Spot-billed Toucanet is a small toucan native to the Atlantic Forest of South America, found primarily in Brazil, Argentina & Paraguay. It displays striking plumage with a black body, green upperparts & a distinctive yellow-spotted bill that gives the species its common name. Males & females differ subtly in colouration, with females typically showing a chestnut tone on the rear of the head. **Habitat** Dense Atlantic Forest, including humid lowland & foothill forests, forest edges & secondary growth in south-eastern South America. [Species background](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spot-billed_toucanet) Where to photograph ## Where our trips feature this species You can photograph Spot-billed Toucanet with us in [Brazil](https://natureslens.co.uk/discover/south-america/brazil/). These departures are part of our [South America](https://natureslens.co.uk/discover/south-america/) programme. In the field, [David Miles](https://natureslens.co.uk/about/david/) helps guests make the most of these encounters. Field notes ## Photography notes **Best time** Early morning during the fruiting season between September & January offers the best opportunities, as birds are most active & vocal in the first two hours after sunrise. **Approach** Position yourself near fruiting trees at forest edges where the birds feed, as this offers cleaner backgrounds & better light than deep forest. Use a fast shutter speed of at least 1/500s to freeze movement when the bird turns its large bill, & a telephoto lens of 400mm or more to maintain a respectful distance. Listen for the species low, rattling calls to locate individuals before they spot you, allowing time to set up a stable, well-composed shot. Connected wildlife ## Often seen on the same trips On the trips associated with this species, photographers may also encounter: [Amethyst Woodstar](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/amethyst-woodstar/)[Atlantic Royal Flycatcher](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/atlantic-royal-flycatcher/)[Azure-shouldered Tanager](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/azure-shouldered-tanager/)[Black-cheeked Gnateater](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/black-cheeked-gnateater/)[Black-throated Mango](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/black-throated-mango/)[Blonde-crested Woodpecker](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/blonde-crested-woodpecker/)[Blue-naped Chlorophonia](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/blue-naped-chlorophonia/)[Brassy-breasted Tanager](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/brassy-breasted-tanager/)[Brazilian Ruby](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/brazilian-ruby/)[Channel-billed Toucan](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/channel-billed-toucan/) Available holidays ## Trips featuring Spot-billed Toucanet The holidays below are pulled from the same species relationship, so the guide stays tied to live departures rather than becoming a static article. #### Guide connection David Miles leads trips where guests have the chance to photograph Spot-billed Toucanet in the field. [Meet David](https://natureslens.co.uk/about/david/) ![Birds of Brazil](https://natureslens.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/A-Red-breasted-Toucan-on-a-tree-branch-one-of-the-species-that-you-will-be-able-to-photograph-during-the-NaturesLens-Birds-of-Brazil-photography-holiday-1024x683.jpg) #### Related holiday Birds of Brazil gives guests time in Brazil where Spot-billed Toucanet can be part of the day's wildlife encounters. [View trip](https://natureslens.co.uk/photography-holiday/brazil/birds-of-brazil/) Route Destination Signature Destination The photography holidays listed below operate in regions & habitats where the Spot-billed Toucanet is regularly encountered. As with all wildlife photography, sightings can never be guaranteed, but our itineraries are designed around seasonal behaviour, suitable habitat, & photographic opportunity, giving you the best possible chance of meaningful encounters in the field. Our small-group approach allows time in the field to adapt to conditions, behaviour, & photographic opportunities as they unfold. You can photograph the Spot-billed Toucanet in Brazil. During our photography holidays, the Spot-billed Toucanet is often photographed alongside Amethyst Woodstar, Atlantic Royal Flycatcher, Azure-shouldered Tanager, Black-cheeked Gnateater, Black-throated Mango, & Blonde-crested Woodpecker. Seasonal presence & photographic opportunity vary by location & time of year. Single occupancy Maximum 5 guests Experienced guidance Guided by David - [![Join Us For The Birds of Brazil Photography Tour](https://natureslens.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/A-Red-breasted-Toucan-on-a-tree-branch-one-of-the-species-that-you-will-be-able-to-photograph-during-the-NaturesLens-Birds-of-Brazil-photography-holiday-1024x683.jpg)](https://natureslens.co.uk/photography-holiday/brazil/birds-of-brazil/) ### 26th May - 3rd Jun 2027 - Birds of Brazil **Location:** Brazil Photograph Brazil's Atlantic Rainforest birds on an eight-night, three-base photography holiday, 26 May - 3 June 2027: toucans, toucanets, tanagers & hummingbirds. **8 nights** w. **Single occupancy** for **£4499** Guided By **David Miles** [View Birds of Brazil](https://natureslens.co.uk/photography-holiday/brazil/birds-of-brazil/) -