I'm Carolina Macieira, a passionate nature lover from Portugal. My interest in nature has been a constant in my life, inspiring me to pursue a degree in Biology and further specialise with a Masters in Biodiversity, Genetics and Evolution. I am currently involved in research projects focusing on the genetics, management and conservation of wildlife in BIOPOLIS-CIBIO. In addition to my academic and professional pursuits, I find great pleasure in nature photography and science communication, particularly through my Instagram account @herpeto_fauna.