Vibrant Countryside

of Eastern France

Isère’s valleys are surrounded by dramatic mountain views, while further north Burgundy is known not only for its legendary wine!

Maurizio Biancarelli

Rare species:

Montagu's harrier

Among many wildlife stories of this beautiful countryside is the life of a slender migratory raptor species from Africa, whose nests suffer a grim fate each summer, deep in the fields and marshes...

Conservation projects

I have chosen to support the project conducted with drones by the Ligue pour la Protection des Oiseaux, to save the highly endangered Montagu’s Harrier (Circus pygargus) in the Auvergne Rhone Alpes region of France where I live.

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Wildlife portraits

Considered the most striking tailed amphibian in Europe, the marbled newt is endangered and very rare in France. It was recently found in Puisaye, Burgundy.

Celebrating Nature

I'm an Italian-South African writer based in France, promoting conservation, sustainable tourism and partnerships for Nature. I have recently picked up my paint brush to celebrate the uniqueness of rare species and of the special places where they live.

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Bespoke jewels:

Silver Hawk Wings cuff and ring

We have designed a special jewel in sterling silver with black diamonds, recalling the grey and black-tipped wings of the endangered Montagu’s harrier (male). Cuff and matching ring contribute towards its protection.

The Wild Charm

The Wild Charm collection is inspired by Nature and custom made with exceptional care by Desert Diamonds. Each jewel is specially designed by the founder of The Wild Charm Factory to reflect a rare or symbolic species.

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Maurizio Biancarelli

Journeys in the Wild

Wildlife art prints portraying rare local species can be paired with selected images by passionate photographers, showcasing the natural gems and beautiful landscapes of the area. The Wild Charm Factory offers limited or open edition prints of both (coming soon)

Partnerships for Nature

Live the adventure, reconnect with Nature: by experiencing the vibrant countryside of France with experts in the field, you can support biodiversity and local communities.

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