Cancún Protects 512 Sea Turtle Nests, 61K+ Eggs Saved

Cancún, Mexico — As part of a comprehensive conservation program covering mating, nesting, and hatchling releases, municipal authorities in coordination with state and federal agencies have safeguarded 512 sea turtle nests during the 2025 nesting season. The initiative has protected 61,853 eggs across 42 designated enclosures while successfully releasing 163 hatchlings into the wild.

Protecting Four Endangered Species

The program focuses on preserving the four sea turtle species that annually return to Cancún’s shores: the Green (Blanca), Hawksbill (Carey), Loggerhead (Caguama), and Leatherback (Laúd) turtles. The conservation efforts span 12 kilometers of coastline, from Punta Cancún to the Club Med hotel.

Fernando Haro, Director of Ecology for Benito Juárez municipality, emphasized that since the beginning of 2025, workshops and training sessions have been conducted for personnel working near nesting zones, including hotel staff, restaurant employees, lifeguards, and security teams. The goal is to ensure proper protection for these endangered reptiles.

A Symbol of Ecological Health

Haro noted that sea turtles are not only a protected species but also a symbol of ecological resilience. Their consistent return to Cancún’s beaches indicates successful conservation measures, reflecting healthy ecosystems and clean shorelines.

Call for Public Cooperation

The official urged both visitors and residents to respect designated nesting areas, stressing the importance of minimizing human interference during the critical nesting and hatching periods.