About

LOCAL BIRDING GUIDE IN SERRA DO CIPÓ & ESPINHAÇO

Birding since the age of 10, Bernardo is a local birding guide based in Lapinha da Serra, with field experience focused on the birds, habitats and landscapes of the Serra do Cipó and Espinhaço Range.

Private birding experiences focused on target species, endemic birds and responsible field practices.

My story

FROM BIRDWATCHING TO LOCAL FIELD GUIDE

Birding has been part of my life since I was 10. Growing up in Lapinha da Serra, in the heart of the Espinhaço Range, I learned to observe birds by spending time in the field and getting to know the landscapes they inhabit.

Over the years, this became more than a passion. I developed a deep familiarity with the region’s habitats, bird behavior and vocalizations, and with the field sites and conditions where some of the Espinhaço’s endemic and range-restricted species can be found.

Today, I share this local knowledge through personalized birding experiences, helping visiting birders plan and explore the region with a responsible and attentive approach, while focusing on their target species and a genuine connection to the landscape.

Bernardo Laureano

timeline

2019

BIRDING                    BEGINS

Moved to Lapinha da Serra and began seriously observing birds in the Cerrado and Espinhaço landscapes.

2020

CONSERVATION AWARENESS

A major wildfire in Serra do Cipó strengthened my connection with the region and deepened my interest in bird habitats and conservation.  

2022

FIRST GUIDING EXPERIENCE

Joined his first birding outing with a visiting birder. This experience revealed a new possibility: sharing his local knowledge with other birdwatchers.  

2024

INTO THE BIRDING COMMUNITY

Began connecting with birding professionals, biologists and conservation initiatives, expanding his field experience and understanding of birding tourism.

2025+

PROFESSIONAL BIRDING & CONSERVATION

Developing guided birding experiences, environmental education and conservation projects focused on the biodiversity of the Espinhaço Range.

FIELD EXPERIENCE & LOCAL KNOWLEDGE

YEARS IN THE FIELD
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Birding since 2019, with extensive field experience across the Cerrado and Espinhaço Range.

BIRD SPECIES RECORDED
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Species observed and documented across the Espinhaço Range.

Languages
2

Guiding in Portuguese and English.

FIELD MOMENTS IN THE ESPINHAÇO

PLANNING YOUR BIRDING EXPERIENCE IN THE ESPINHAÇO?

Looking for endemic and range-restricted birds in the Espinhaço Range? Bernardo can help you plan a personalized birding experience around your target species, local field conditions and the habitats where they are most likely to be found.