Falco Mark II Reed & Snoot/Lens cover & Ground Sheet

Photo hide Falco Mark II Reed & Snoot / Lens Cover & Ground Sheet

Photo hide Falco Mark II Reed:
Camouflage hide Falco Mark II is a small, one-person, low level photography hide that wildlife and bird photographers can use anywhere. The camouflage hide Falco Mark II is the must-have for nature and wildlife photographers who love low level photography.
Snoot / Lens Cover:
The snoot/lens cover can be mounted to the photowindow of the Falco hide.
A snoot or lenscover camouflages your lens when photographing from the hide and protects it against rain and dust. An additional benefit is that your hands are invisible when you handle your gear.
Groundsheet Falco:
The Ground Sheet for Falco is a custom made, superstrong groundsheet for the Falco photohide.
Keep your equipment and gear clean, it also protects you from moist soil/mud, as well as ticks and insects. The groundsheet can be used both inside and underneath the tent.

Advantages of ordering from us

✔  Ordered before 3 pm, shipped the same day.

✔  2-year warranty on your photo hide.

✔  Free exchange within 30 days.

​✔  Safe buying and paying.

​✔  14 days right of return.

​✔  Own parts & service department.
 

Plus and minus points 

According to our photo hide specialist

+ Triple combi deal: Photo hide, Snoot and Groundsheet!

+  Photographing at extreme low level.

+  Space for one person (up to 2 metres) plus backpack & extras.

+  Camouflage hide + Snoot with a perfect camo pattern.

+ Keep yourself perfectly dry and clean while photographing!

+ Groundsheet: strong PVC tarp 0,4 mm thick, (polyester Oxford).

-  Suitable for only one person.
 

Developed by nature photographers

The photohide was developed by nature and wildlife photographers: Extensively used, tested and adjusted where necessary. The Falco Mark II is thé single-person camouflage photo hide for low level nature photography that we currently offer in no less than 6 camouflage patterns.
The simple but strong fibreglass hoop construction means that this photo blind can be set up and folded again and again without any problem.
The simple hoop construction means that this wildlife photography hide can be set up and folded again and again without any problem. The hide will automatically come into shape. Secure the tent at all corners with a peg. Ready for use!

The snoot is made of the same strong material as our hides. All snoots are available in the same homemade camouflage leaves pattern which fits with the patterns/colors of our hides, and are black coated on the inside.
Attaching it to your hide is easy: remove the original window, then mount the snoot using the Velcro. This takes just a couple of seconds. After that, the snoot can be attached tightly to the lens or lens hood using the cord with clip. Directly above the snoot, there's an additional viewing window with insect screen, so you can keep an eye on the surroundings perfectly.

The ground sheet can be placed on the forest floor, or on a moist surface, for example. Then attach the ground sheet with the 4 ground pegs provided, and place your photohide. By inserting the 4 pegs at the corners, an upright edge of 10 cm is created (see photos), but this is not always needed.
The hydrostatic head of 10.000 mm makes it even possible to use the ground sheet as a (temporary) pond or watering place for birds or small mammals.

Perfect camouflage

If you are often out in the field, you will soon realize that birds and mammals are very shy of people. This is where nature photography hides come in handy.
Camouflaging yourself and your gear with a camouflage hide is the best solution for successful wildlife photography. The basic idea is that the animals no longer see or recognize us as humans, and therefore do not feel threatened. With the Falco Mark II hide + Snoot, you are quickly and perfectly camouflaged. Due to its small size, the tent can be placed inconspicuously.

Easy, quick and mobile

The advantage of having your own nature photography hide is that you can take it with you anytime, anywhere and deploy it quickly when an opportunity arises.
Lightweight and compact in size, this photohide for nature and wildlife photography is easy to take with you when you are in your local area, or going further afield. 

Prepare and pitch

It is useful to visit a nature area and prepare well so you can start nature photography with your low level photohide in a very focused way. But even an occasional encounter can turn into a great photo session because you can put up this hide quickly.

If possible, make use of existing vegetation, so that your photo blind becomes one with its surroundings. Because of it’s compact size this is most of the times easy. Set up your hide preferably the day or evening beforehand so that birds and mammals get used to it and you waist no time once you enter the area. The tent can be secured extra with the guy ropes provided, although this will not be necessary very often.

The Falco Mark II + Snoot is a great camouflage hide, and also has the option of attaching additional camouflage such as branches, leaves, reeds etcetera. These extras can be attached using the strings. If you do this properly, your hide will blend in even more with the area and that is exactly what it is meant to do! Another possibility is to use an extra camouflage net, please feel free to check our page camouflage nets.
Make sure you still have a good and clear view with your camera!

The fabric of the tent and the Snoot/Lenscover is made of a strong material (polyester 150D) that will last for a long period. The photo hide is perfect for use for short periods (up to several months). During rain/showers you still keep dry because of the Hydrostatic Head of 2.500 mm. The groundsheet is even stronger with a Hydrostatic Head of 10.000 mm.

Imagine yourself waiting in your camouflage hide, perfectly prepared and ready for action!
It is very exciting when you finally succeed and your target species shows up in front of your tent at your beloved ground level! For wildlife and nature photographers nothing beats the feeling of taking nice shots of birds and wildlife, making it worth waiting. At that moment it is nice to rely on your gear and equipment!

Taking photos from the nature photography hide

The door has a high quality zipper, and is additionally camouflaged equipped with an insect screen in the same camouflage print. So the photohide with the door (slightly) open is still perfectly camouflaged. The hide can also be opened completely at the front which makes it easy to place your groundpod or tripod with your equipment mounted.
Once inside the tent, you’ll see that it is very dark because of the black coating on the inside. At the front you’ll find one photo window at low level. Mount the snoot to the photo window, it also camouflages your lens and protects it against possible rain and dust. 

The hide has just enough space on the inside for you, your groundpod or tripod with your photo gear mounted, and a photo backpack or bag. There are storage pockets on both sides where small items can be stored. The viewing windows with an insect net on all sides give you enough visibility to keep an eye on the surroundings.

We advise you to use a groundpod because of the space, low level and it can be placed completely inside the tent. In case you are using a tripod, put one leg outside the hide. The use of a ball head is recommended as it takes up little space. We offer specialized ballheads which can be placed on a level surface and therefore are perfect for the job. Large tripod heads will quickly hit the tent fabric when swivelling, which may scare off birds or mammals.

Please feel free to check more special combi offers for several extra price offers and discounts !


So, if you're looking for the perfect low level, nature & wildlife photo hide that's easy to carry, sets up quickly, easy to take on a journey and always in the right camouflage print, the Falco Mark III is the best option for you.
 

Experiences from our specialists

✔  Perfect stretched out in the tent, even for tall people.

✔  Perfect low level shooting.

✔  Good views on all sides by small windows.

✔  Easy and comfortable with the waterproof groundsheet.

✔  Blends in well with its surroundings because of its small size.

✔  Strong fabric of hide, matching snoot  and groundsheet.

Standard delivery

• Photo hide Falco Mark II Reed.
• Snoot / Lens Cover (same camo pattern as the hide).
• Ground Sheet Falco.
• Storage bag for the hide (Backpack style).
• Storage bag for the groundsheet.
• Pegs.
• Ropes.
• Small bag for pegs and ropes.
   

At Buteo Photo Gear, we are happy to advise you personally. So if you need help, please get in touch with us.

Buteo Photo Gear: Your Photo Hide Specialist