Jhonattan Vanegas
KEEPING NATURE TOURS
Jhonattan Vanegas
Herpetologist and Nature Photographer, Founder of Keeping Nature Tours
Jhonattan Vanegas is a herpetologist with a degree in Biology from the Universidad del Quindío and the founder of Keeping Nature Tours. He is a full-time nature photographer, specializes in macro photography and leads workshops and photographic tours in Colombia. He has guided nature tours since 2019 and is author or co-author of 11 articles in scientific journals on Colombian amphibians and reptiles. His photos have been featured in Enfoque Visual, RowZine and the Catalog of Amphibians and Reptiles of Colombia, and in 2022 he won the environmental advocacy category of the Agenda del Mar photography competition.
Through the combined power of photography and biology, he promotes conservation efforts and fosters a deeper understanding of species behavior and their interactions within ecosystems. These twin passions offer a unique perspective on the hidden world beneath Colombia’s mysterious landscapes, building a bridge between memory and nature.
- Professional Background
Education & Certifications
• Degree in Biology, Universidad del Quindío (herpetologist)
• Nature photographer and tour guide since 2019
Specializations
Landscape Photography
Herping Photography
Birding Photography
- Achievements & Recognition
- Publications & Media
Recent Publications
Author or co-author of 11 articles in scientific journals on Colombian amphibians and reptiles. Full list with DOI: jhonattanvanegas.com/conservation#publications
Equipment Expertise
• Sony α7R V & α7 IV
• Various telephoto and wide-angle lenses
• Professional tripods and filters
• Drone equipment for aerial photography
• Weather protection gear
