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Leonardo Merçon
Jan 33 min read
Tegu Lizard Predation on African Giant Snail: Watch the Video!
A tegu lizard preys on the invasive African giant snail in Camburi Beach, revealing an extraordinary ecological interaction
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Leonardo Merçon
Dec 9, 20244 min read
Thank You for the 26,000 Votes That Selected Instituto Últimos Refúgios to Be Supported by IAB (Instituto Américo Buaiz)
Instituto Últimos Refúgios wins 26,000 votes to receive IAB support for 2025. Learn more about this collective achievement and its impact
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Leonardo Merçon
Sep 12, 20244 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
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Leonardo Merçon
Sep 5, 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!
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Leonardo Merçon
Aug 16, 20244 min read
Cuteness in Photos: Big-Eared Opossums
Discover the transformation from prejudice to defender of opossums and the importance of their conservation.
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Leonardo Merçon
Aug 1, 20244 min read
The Encounter with the Bearded Howler Monkey: The Photo That Became an Exhibition
Check out my latest story about an unforgettable encounter with a Brown Howler Monkey and its importance in conservation.
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Leonardo Merçon
Jul 7, 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.
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Leonardo Merçon
Apr 6, 20232 min read
A photographic "dive" into the beauty of rivers in Espírito Santo at the Festival of Waters
On March 23rd, I participated in the Festival das Águas (Water Festival) in Vargem Alta, southern Espírito Santo state.
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Leonardo Merçon
Apr 3, 20232 min read
Mirror, mirror on the wall... the Rail
Era uma saracura-do-mato (Aramides saracura) andando bem devagar, caçando seu café-da-manhã. A cena estava bonita, com a superfície da água
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