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Documentary “Mulheres na Conservação” to Be Screened in Vitória with Director João Marcos Rosa in Attendance
The documentary Women in Conservation will be screened in Vitória with director João Marcos Rosa in attendance

Leonardo Merçon
Aug 42 min read


"Baía das Tartarugas: Marine Wealth in the Capital of Espírito Santo" – A Deep Connection to Nature
Discover the marine biodiversity of Baía das Tartarugas in Vitória, ES, and the urgency of conservation in Leonardo Merçon’s latest book

Leonardo Merçon
Oct 28, 20244 min read


Meet Another Eagle from Espírito Santo: the Black-and-White Hawk-Eagle!
Exciting sighting of the ornate hawk-eagle in Espírito Santo, with stunning photos and a reflection on environmental preservation. Read more

Leonardo Merçon
Oct 3, 20243 min read


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

Leonardo Merçon
Sep 12, 20244 min read


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

Leonardo Merçon
Sep 5, 20244 min read


Mother Common Potoo Feeding Her Chick - See Special Video and Photos of the Moment.
Mother Potoo feeding her chick at UFES. A rare and moving nature moment in the heart of Espírito Santo.

Leonardo Merçon
Aug 22, 20243 min read


Cuteness in Photos: Big-Eared Opossums
Discover the transformation from prejudice to defender of opossums and the importance of their conservation.

Leonardo Merçon
Aug 16, 20244 min read


The Turtles of Espírito Santo. Yes, if they're born here, they're “Capixabas”!
Join my adventure in Regência, Espírito Santo, as I capture the nesting of sea turtles and reflect on 200 years of natural history.

Leonardo Merçon
Aug 8, 20243 min read


Photography: Wildlife Stories with Leonardo Merçon and Instituto Últimos Refúgios
I present my new column in Folha Vitória, featuring adventures and nature photography. Discover exciting stories.

Leonardo Merçon
Jul 7, 20243 min read
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