LEONARDO MERÇON
FOTÓGRAFO DE NATUREZA

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

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

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

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

Mother Potoo feeding her chick at UFES. A rare and moving nature moment in the heart of Espírito Santo.

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.

I present my new column in Folha Vitória, featuring adventures and nature photography. Discover exciting stories.

On March 23rd, I participated in the Festival das Águas (Water Festival) in Vargem Alta, southern Espírito Santo state.

O quati-de-cauda-anelada. Dotado de uma pelagem distintiva e uma cauda listrada espetacular, este animal é um verdadeiro mestre da selva, va