LEONARDO MERÇON
FOTÓGRAFO DE NATUREZA

The Cherry-throated Tanager finds a safe haven at the Kaetés Reserve—a milestone for conservation in Brazil’s Atlantic Forest.

Discover the rich biodiversity of Aracruz's coastal protected areas through tidepools, reefs, and restinga ecosystems

A curious Reticulated Burrfish in Turtle Bay seems to smile for the camera, reminding us of the beauty and importance of marine conservation

Discover the beauty of a White-bellied Hummingbird nest in Sooretama Biological Reserve and the importance of protecting biodiversity

A call to protect marine life! The Ecolé campaign raises awareness about beach pollution and its impact on sea turtles in Vitória, ES

A tegu lizard preys on the invasive African giant snail in Camburi Beach, revealing an extraordinary ecological interaction

Photographer captures rare Pissinatti’s Bald-Faced Sakis in the Amazon. A captivating journey into the biodiversity of the world’s largest

Instituto Últimos Refúgios wins 26,000 votes to receive IAB support for 2025. Learn more about this collective achievement and its impact

Discover the wonders of Vitória’s mangrove, one of the world’s largest urban mangroves, and learn about its incredible biodiversity

Launch of *Turtle Bay* book celebrates the biodiversity and conservation of Vitória’s Turtle Bay, a coastal environmental gem

Witness the beauty and resilience of Loggerhead Sea Turtles on Camburi Beach and learn about the conservation efforts that protect them

Discover the marine biodiversity of Baía das Tartarugas in Vitória, ES, and the urgency of conservation in Leonardo Merçon’s latest book

A close encounter with the endangered Black Brush-tailed Porcupine in the Atlantic Forest. Discover the story behind this iconic photo

Exciting sighting of the ornate hawk-eagle in Espírito Santo, with stunning photos and a reflection on environmental preservation. Read more

See aerial photos of wildfires between São Paulo and Espírito Santo, and reflect on the environmental impact

A reflection on life and the universe inspired by jumping spiders on a deserted road in Itaúnas, Espírito Santo. Find out more!

Discover the story of the last tapirs of Espírito Santo and the conservation efforts to protect them in the Sooretama-Linhares Forest

Discover the transformation from prejudice to defender of opossums and the importance of their conservation.

Join my adventure in Regência, Espírito Santo, as I capture the nesting of sea turtles and reflect on 200 years of natural history.

Check out my latest story about an unforgettable encounter with a Brown Howler Monkey and its importance in conservation.