If you did want to go the camera route, something like the Canon G5X would be a good choice. Small and well featured, can be used on the family holidays too. Has macro mode, but the depth of field is very slim, so a tripod/stand is needed, and you may not get all that you want in focus.
I have the Canon MP-E 65mm f/2.8 lens, now thats a bitch to operate, but if you want a pic of a single trich, thats the lens!
The Canon 24-70 f/4L IS lens has a dedicated macro mode. Nice lens. You may be picking up that Im a Canon fan!