“Protect Blue Crabs: Drive Slow in Cancún Hotel Zone”

In Cancún, local authorities are encouraging drivers to exercise caution in the hotel zone to protect the native blue crab population. The Benito Juárez City Hall, in collaboration with the General Directorate of Ecology, is spearheading this initiative.

Tania Estefanía Fernández Moreno, the head of the directorate, has explained that the blue crab's reproductive cycle is linked to the lunar cycle and the rainy season, which typically falls between September and October. As such, she is urging drivers to slow down during the last few weeks of these months, particularly after 6:00 PM, near Playa Las Perlas and Playa Nizuc.

Fernández Moreno also announced that from September 17 to 19, operations will be conducted at these locations to further protect the blue crabs. These operations, which involve the Federal Maritime Terrestrial Zone, the National Commission of Protected Natural Areas, Tourist Police, Municipal Transit, General Directorate of Public Services, and trained volunteers, aim to safeguard the crabs during their migration from the mangroves to the coastal areas for spawning, ensuring the continuation of their life cycle.

Finally, Fernández Moreno reminded locals and tourists alike that if they encounter a blue crab, they should report it via 911 or the official Ecology Cancún Facebook page. This will enable specialized personnel to assist the crustaceans.