PARQUE NACIONAL MARINHO DE ABROLHOS - AQUASHOWTV

Introduction

Walter Bonacio introduces himself as the producer of the Acqua show and previews the destinations for this episode. They will be visiting Porto Seguro and Caravelas in Bahia, Brazil, where they will go diving in Abrolhos Archipelago and visit Anchieta Island.

Preview of Destinations

• Walter Bonacio introduces himself as the producer of Acqua show.

• The destinations for this episode are Porto Seguro and Caravelas in Bahia, Brazil.

• They will go diving in Abrolhos Archipelago and visit Anchieta Island.

Windsurfing Competition

The Aquashow team covers a windsurfing competition that took place in Guarujá, São Paulo.

Coverage of Windsurfing Competition

• The Aquashow team covers a windsurfing competition that took place in Guarujá, São Paulo.

• Some of the best windsurfers from Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo are competing.

• Ana Letícia is one of the top female competitors.

• The weather conditions are satisfactory with medium to weak wind.

Arrival at Porto Seguro

The Aquashow team arrives at Porto Seguro, a city located on the Discovery Coast considered a natural heritage site by UNESCO.

Arrival at Porto Seguro

• After approximately two hours of flight from São Paulo, they arrive at Porto Seguro.

• It is considered a natural heritage site by UNESCO due to its history as an exploratory hub for European colonization.

Visit to Diabólicos Marine Park

The Aquashow team visits Diabólicos Marine Park, which is known as Brazil's first marine park.

Visit to Diabólicos Marine Park

• The Aquashow team visits Diabólicos Marine Park, which is known as Brazil's first marine park.

• They go diving in the park and explore its spectacular underwater scenery.

History of Caravelas

The Aquashow team visits Caravelas, a city located 250 km from Porto Seguro.

History of Caravelas

• In 1581, the first Portuguese settlers arrived in Caravelas, including Jesuit priests and adventurers searching for precious metals.

• The Aquashow team visited the city in 1986 to document their journey on an old boat with no electronic navigation or communication equipment.

Humpback Whales Migration

The Aquashow team documents the annual migration of humpback whales from Antarctica to Brazil.

Humpback Whales Migration

• Every year, humpback whales migrate from Antarctica to Brazil.

• They arrive at Bros and represent a milestone for marine conservation in the country.

Santa Bárbara Island and its Lighthouse

This section talks about the main island of the Abrolhos Archipelago, Santa Bárbara, and its lighthouse.

The Island and Lighthouse

• Santa Bárbara is the main island of the Abrolhos Archipelago.

• The lighthouse on the island is installed on a rock with 22 meters of height.

• It is one of the oldest lighthouses in Brazil.

• It is considered to be the most powerful maritime lighthouse in the world.

• It is possible to see over 100 km away from it.

Fauna and Flora of Abrolhos

This section discusses some of the fauna and flora found in Abrolhos.

Birds

• Grazina and white Booby birds make their nests on this island.

• The white Booby bird is exclusive to this region.

• Visitors can get close to them as they are used to researchers.

Coral Reef

• Abrolhos has an area that protects more than 91 hectares both above and below water.

• It has the largest coral bank in South Atlantic, making it one of Brazil's best diving spots.

• Its coral formation is unique.

Chapéu de Sol

• An extensive area of chapéu de sol (mushroom-shaped corals), ranging from depths between 18 meters down to surface level.

-The chapeurões grow close together in some areas, forming labyrinths full of marine life.

Ubatuba and Saco da Ribeira

This section talks about the city of Ubatuba and Saco da Ribeira.

Ubatuba

• Ubatuba is located on the north coast of São Paulo.

• It is a paradise for nature lovers and water sports enthusiasts.

• A large part of the Mata Atlântica forest is still preserved.

Saco da Ribeira

• Saco da Ribeira is where most boats in the region are anchored.

• It is from here that we set off towards Ilha Anchieta.

Ilha Anchieta

This section discusses Ilha Anchieta, its history, and its protected area.

History

• The island was called "Lugar Calmo" by the Tamoios and Tupinambás tribes who lived there.

• In 1563, after a treaty signed by Jesuit missionaries José de Anchieta and Manuel da Nóbrega, Portuguese settlers were able to live more peacefully on the island.

• In 1902, a penal colony was built on the island.

• Around 410 families were expropriated to make way for it.

• During Getúlio Vargas' government, political prisoners were held on the island.

• In 1942, it became the Ilha Anchieta prison where around 450 high-risk prisoners were held.

Protected Area

• The island is now a protected area under the Parque Estadual da Anchieta.

• Fishing and hunting are prohibited in this area, but diving is allowed.

• The depth ranges from 6 to 15 meters with an average water temperature of 16 to 27 degrees Celsius.

• The bottom is composed of rocky cliffs, sand, brain corals, sponges, and many others.