Antoine Marchal Photography

30/08/2026

What looks like boiling sand is actually pure geology in motion within the heart of the DRC. In karstic river systems, subterranean channels dissolve through soluble bedrock, forcing pressurized groundwater up through the substrate to create these mesmerizing sand boils. Capturing the pristine Mfwa River in action is a powerful reminder of the unseen forces shaping Africa's freshwater ecosystems.

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29/08/2026

Watching the golden hour light drape across the rolling white sand dunes and emerald lagoons of Lençóis Maranhenses is pure magic. This otherworldly landscape in northern Brazil is carved entirely by seasonal rains and Atlantic winds, creating a dynamic desert-like oasis teeming with transient aquatic life. Moments like this remind us of just how diverse and breathtaking our planet’s protected landscapes can be.

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16/08/2026

16/08/2026

Where the dense coastal jungle meets the untamed Atlantic lies one of West Africa’s greatest ecological treasures. The Bijagos Archipelago is a rare sanctuary where lush forests and marine habitats intertwine, creating a haven for extraordinary biodiversity like salt-water hippos and nesting sea turtles. Capturing this pristine overlap between land and sea felt like stepping into an ancient, untouched world.

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09/08/2026

Catching a black vulture cutting through the sky above Rio is a moment I won't soon forget. Known locally as urubus, these highly adaptable birds have made the city’s soaring mountain ridges their personal playground. Documenting their graceful flight reminds us that true natural beauty isn't always found in deep wilderness, but right above our heads.

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06/07/2026

Surviving in the rugged beauty of Ai-Ais Richtersveld isn’t for the faint of heart, but the Pale-winged Starling makes it look effortless. This striking bird has perfectly adapted to the dramatic, arid canyons of Namibia, thriving where water is scarce and the sun is unforgiving. Spotting one flashing its pale primary feathers against the ancient desert rock is a powerful reminder of nature's resilience.

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03/06/2026

03/06/2026

Gola Landscape, Liberia

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The Gola Landscape is a critical remnant of the Upper Guinean forest ecosystem, spanning the border between Liberia and Sierra Leone. Did you know that this dense rainforest is one of the final remaining strongholds for the pygmy hippopotamus, an endangered mammal that is roughly one-quarter the size of its savanna relative? Unlike the common hippopotamus, these solitary and nocturnal animals spend most of their time hidden deep within the forested swamps and river banks of Gola. Safeguarding this continuous transboundary corridor is essential for the survival of the pygmy hippo, as well as forest elephants, Western chimpanzees, and over 300 bird species that depend on this threatened habitat.