Canonical URL: https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/tufted-coquette/ Species photography guide # Tufted Coquette Photography Holidays *Lophornis ornatus* Explore our Tufted Coquette photography holidays in [Trinidad & Tobago](https://natureslens.co.uk/discover/south-america/trinidad-tobago/), shaped around patient, repeatable field sessions with this species during the best seasonal conditions.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/tufted-coquette/#nl-species-trips)[Where](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/tufted-coquette/#nl-species-where)[Field notes](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/tufted-coquette/#nl-species-field-notes)[Related species](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/tufted-coquette/#nl-species-related) ![Tufted Coquette photography holiday](https://natureslens.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/A-Ruby-Topaz-hummingbird-Chrysolampis-mosquitus-hovering-in-the-air-photographed-in-Trinidad-at-the-locations-used-by-the-NaturesLens-Tropical-Birds-Of-Trinidad-Photography-Holiday-1024x683.jpg) ## At a glance Trips1 associated holiday Where[Trinidad & Tobago](https://natureslens.co.uk/discover/south-america/trinidad-tobago/) Led by[David Miles](https://natureslens.co.uk/about/david/) Species profile ## About this species The Tufted Coquette is a tiny hummingbird native to Trinidad, Tobago, Guyana, Venezuela & northern Brazil. The male is particularly striking, featuring a vibrant rufous crest and distinctive elongated spotted tufts on the sides of its neck, alongside iridescent green plumage. Despite its small size, it is an energetic and conspicuous species often seen feeding at flowering plants. **Habitat** Found in forest edges, clearings, gardens & secondary growth in tropical lowland areas, particularly where flowering plants are abundant. In Trinidad it frequents cultivated gardens as well as woodland margins. [Species background](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tufted_coquette) Where to photograph ## Where our trips feature this species You can photograph Tufted Coquette with us in [Trinidad & Tobago](https://natureslens.co.uk/discover/south-america/trinidad-tobago/). 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 is best for activity & light quality. The Trinidad trip in April (late dry season into early wet season) coincides with good flowering & high hummingbird activity, making late April an excellent time to photograph this species. **Approach** Position yourself near flowering plants such as Heliconia or garden blooms where Tufted Coquettes regularly feed, as this gives you a predictable subject & a colourful background. Use a fast shutter speed of at least 1/2000s to freeze the rapid wingbeats and capture sharp detail in the iridescent plumage. On the Trinidad trip in late April, morning light is ideal - arrive early at known feeding sites to catch the best light & most active feeding behaviour. Connected wildlife ## Often seen on the same trips On the trips associated with this species, photographers may also encounter: [Bananaquit](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/bananaquit/)[Bearded Bellbird](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/bearded-bellbird/)[Blue-chinned Sapphire](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/blue-chinned-sapphire/)[Channel-billed Toucan](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/channel-billed-toucan/)[Collared Trogon](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/collared-trogon/)[Copper-rumped Hummingbird](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/copper-rumped-hummingbird/)[Golden-headed Manakin](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/golden-headed-manakin/)[Green Honeycreeper](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/green-honeycreeper/)[Lineated Woodpecker](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/lineated-woodpecker/)[Orange-winged Parrot](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/orange-winged-parrot/) Available holidays ## Trips featuring Tufted Coquette 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 Tufted Coquette in the field. [Meet David](https://natureslens.co.uk/about/david/) ![Tropical Birds Of Trinidad](https://natureslens.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/A-Ruby-Topaz-hummingbird-Chrysolampis-mosquitus-hovering-in-the-air-photographed-in-Trinidad-at-the-locations-used-by-the-NaturesLens-Tropical-Birds-Of-Trinidad-Photography-Holiday-1024x683.jpg) #### Related holiday Tropical Birds Of Trinidad gives guests time in Trinidad & Tobago where Tufted Coquette can be part of the day's wildlife encounters. [View trip](https://natureslens.co.uk/photography-holiday/birds-of-trinidad/) Route Destination Signature Destination Single occupancy Maximum 6 guests Experienced guidance Guided by David - [![Join Us For The Tropical Birds Of Trinidad Photography Holiday](https://natureslens.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/A-Ruby-Topaz-hummingbird-Chrysolampis-mosquitus-hovering-in-the-air-photographed-in-Trinidad-at-the-locations-used-by-the-NaturesLens-Tropical-Birds-Of-Trinidad-Photography-Holiday-1024x683.jpg)](https://natureslens.co.uk/photography-holiday/birds-of-trinidad/) Launch Offer ### 22nd - 29th Apr 2028 - Tropical Birds Of Trinidad **Location:** Trinidad & Tobago Photograph the vibrant birdlife of Trinidad from the comfort of the legendary Asa Wright Nature Centre, where hummingbirds, honeycreepers & tropical rainforest species are often be photographed. Combining relaxed rainforest photography with private Scarlet Ibis sessions in Caroni Swamp. **7 nights** w. **Single occupancy** for **Was: £5999 Now: £5499** Guided By **David Miles** [View Tropical Birds Of Trinidad](https://natureslens.co.uk/photography-holiday/birds-of-trinidad/) -