Harpy Eagle Trip
p.1 #1Harpy Eagle Trip
Hello everyone,
I’d like to share a few images I captured of the Harpy Eagle in Colombia. I visited this nest a couple of years ago, and it was one of the most extraordinary places I’ve ever photographed this incredible species. We were able to work at eye level with the nest and from a remarkably close distance, which made for an unforgettable experience.
This year, a new nest has become available with very similar conditions. We'll be able to photograph from just 95 feet (about 29 meters) away—something that is exceptionally rare. Most Harpy Eagle nests are photographed from much greater distances, often with backlit conditions and from the forest floor looking up. That's what makes opportunities like this so special.
Being able to observe and photograph the behavior of these magnificent eagles under these conditions is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience. I'll be visiting this nest with a small group of photographers from September 29 to October 5, and I'm really looking forward to seeing what we'll be able to capture.
I hope you enjoy these images, and as always, I'd love to hear your thoughts and comments.
Gear used: Sony A7R V + Sony 600mm f/4 GM.
Regards,
Javier
I’d like to share a few images I captured of the Harpy Eagle in Colombia. I visited this nest a couple of years ago, and it was one of the most extraordinary places I’ve ever photographed this incredible species. We were able to work at eye level with the nest and from a remarkably close distance, which made for an unforgettable experience.
This year, a new nest has become available with very similar conditions. We'll be able to photograph from just 95 feet (about 29 meters) away—something that is exceptionally rare. Most Harpy Eagle nests are photographed from much greater distances, often with backlit conditions and from the forest floor looking up. That's what makes opportunities like this so special.
Being able to observe and photograph the behavior of these magnificent eagles under these conditions is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience. I'll be visiting this nest with a small group of photographers from September 29 to October 5, and I'm really looking forward to seeing what we'll be able to capture.
I hope you enjoy these images, and as always, I'd love to hear your thoughts and comments.
Gear used: Sony A7R V + Sony 600mm f/4 GM.
Regards,
Javier
Jul 30, 2026 at 07:20 AM
p.1 #3Harpy Eagle Trip
Thank you so much, regards
Javier
morris wrote:
A delight to view Javier
Morris
Jul 30, 2026 at 08:03 AM
p.1 #4Harpy Eagle Trip
These are amazing, Javier.
I really like that third image, but they are all wonderful.
Greg
I really like that third image, but they are all wonderful.
Greg
Jul 30, 2026 at 01:35 PM
p.1 #7Harpy Eagle Trip
gmccroskery wrote:
These are amazing, Javier.
I really like that third image, but they are all wonderful.
Greg
Thank you so much, regards.
Javier
These are amazing, Javier.
I really like that third image, but they are all wonderful.
Greg
Thank you so much, regards.
Javier
Jul 30, 2026 at 06:54 PM
p.1 #8Harpy Eagle Trip
Amazing images. I never have seen the eagles that looke like these. Sure different and great.
Bob
Bob
Jul 30, 2026 at 08:17 PM
p.1 #9Harpy Eagle Trip
Dave_E wrote:
Just amazing Javier.
Dave
Thank you so much, regards.
Javier
Just amazing Javier.
Dave
Thank you so much, regards.
Javier
Jul 31, 2026 at 09:53 AM
p.1 #10Harpy Eagle Trip
Stunning set , each is a jewel and very special.
Birdie
Birdie
Jul 31, 2026 at 10:04 AM
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p.1 #11Harpy Eagle Trip
Do you lead tours at this site? If yes, please identify the tour company.
The photos are so very beautiful and would be a dream.
The photos are so very beautiful and would be a dream.
Jul 31, 2026 at 11:29 AM
p.1 #12Harpy Eagle Trip
I have a tour from September 29 to October 5th, please DM me your email for more info
runakid wrote:
Do you lead tours at this site? If yes, please identify the tour company.
The photos are so very beautiful and would be a dream.
runakid wrote:
Do you lead tours at this site? If yes, please identify the tour company.
The photos are so very beautiful and would be a dream.
Jul 31, 2026 at 02:16 PM
p.1 #14Harpy Eagle Trip
Thank you so much, regards
Javier
johnohio wrote:
Fantastic set of images !! TFS
John
Javier
johnohio wrote:
Fantastic set of images !! TFS
John
Aug 01, 2026 at 04:31 AM
p.1 #15Harpy Eagle Trip
nugeny wrote:
Amazing images. I never have seen the eagles that looke like these. Sure different and great.
Bob
It is so powerful and beautiful, regards.
Javier
Amazing images. I never have seen the eagles that looke like these. Sure different and great.
Bob
It is so powerful and beautiful, regards.
Javier
Aug 01, 2026 at 05:28 PM
p.1 #16Harpy Eagle Trip
Thank you so much, regards
Javier
birdied wrote:
Stunning set , each is a jewel and very special.
Birdie
Javier
birdied wrote:
Stunning set , each is a jewel and very special.
Birdie
Aug 02, 2026 at 02:02 PM
p.1 #18Harpy Eagle Trip
cohenfive wrote:
They are all amazing, TFS. Big feet!
Thank you so much, regards.
Javier
They are all amazing, TFS. Big feet!
Thank you so much, regards.
Javier
Aug 05, 2026 at 10:50 AM
p.1 #19Harpy Eagle Trip
Thank you so much, regards
Javier
sum1sgrampa wrote:
Spectacular Javier !
Gary
Javier
sum1sgrampa wrote:
Spectacular Javier !
Gary
Aug 07, 2026 at 07:26 PM