US Officials Blame Mexican Cartels for Spread of Screwworm to Texas
Illegal cattle trafficking by organized crime is blamed for the resurgence of the New World screwworm in the US.
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Quintana Roo Government Denies Environmental Emergency Over Sargassum Crisis
State officials say no environmental contingency declared despite massive sargassum influx affecting beaches in Playa del Carmen, Tulum, and Mahahual.
Playa del Carmen Livestock Farmers Propose Using Sargassum for Soil Restoration and Cattle Feed
A project in Playa del Carmen aims to turn sargassum into a resource for restoring soil and feeding livestock.
Puerto Morelos Beaches Maintain Low Sargassum Presence
Puerto Morelos beaches have low sargassum levels, keeping coastal areas clean for residents and tourists.
Dwarf Fox of Cozumel Spotted After 20 Years, Scientists Warn of Extinction Risk
The Cozumel dwarf fox, one of the world's rarest canids, has been sighted for the first time in two decades.
Tourists Capture Video of Crocodile Dragging Dog in Sian Ka’an Biosphere
A viral video shows a crocodile dragging a dead dog in Sian Ka'an Biosphere, prompting warnings and debate.
Environmental Group Accuses Cozumel Wastewater Plant of Polluting Laguna Ciega
Sélvame MX says satellite images show progressive damage to the lagoon and mangroves, citing high levels of fecal coliforms and…
Cancun Street Markets Become Political Staging Ground Ahead of 2027 Elections
Politicians in Cancun are using popular street markets to campaign early for the 2027 elections.
Quintana Roo Declares Health Emergency as Screwworm Infestation Spreads
Over 700 cattle and 13 humans infected with screwworm in Quintana Roo, prompting a health emergency across the Yucatan Peninsula.
Cozumel Families Explore the Nocturnal World of Crocodiles
Families in Cozumel participated in a special night tour to observe crocodiles in their natural habitat.