Beach Erosion in Mahahual Threatens Sea Turtle Nesting, Activists Warn
Erosion from sargassum is reducing sea turtle nesting sites in Mahahual, leaving turtles vulnerable to predators and humans.
Environment
Mexican Navy Collects Nearly 8,000 Tons of Sargassum in Costa Maya
The Mexican Navy has collected about 7,897 tons of sargassum in Costa Maya since January 2026.
Cancun Weather: Heat Index to Reach 38°C on Saturday, Sunday Storms Expected
Cancun will see a heat index of 38°C Saturday with no rain, but storms are forecast for Sunday.
Playa del Carmen Halts New Jungle Clearing in Playacar Development
Authorities shut down Macondo development in Playacar Phase 2 for lacking permits and environmental studies.
PETA Latino Honors Playa del Carmen Mayor for Animal Welfare Leadership and Closure of Animalandia Maya
PETA Latino recognized Mayor Estefanía Mercado for shutting down Animalandia Maya and advancing animal protection policies.
Cozumel Officials Defend San Miguelito Wastewater Plant After Environmental Complaints
CAPA Cozumel says the San Miguelito treatment plant is running normally with no leaks or environmental risks.
Cancún Considers Installing Anti-Sargassum Barriers in Nichupté Lagoon
Quintana Roo environmental authorities evaluate barriers to protect the lagoon and coastal ecosystems from sargassum.
Agrochemical Pollution Halts Fishing Projects in Chetumal Bay
Runoff from sugarcane fields contaminates Chetumal Bay, blocking aquaculture permits until water quality is assured.
Quintana Roo Launches Historic Livestock Genetic Improvement Program
Quintana Roo invests 2 million pesos in artificial insemination and embryo transfer for 50 livestock producers.
Grouper Fishery in Yucatan Faces Collapse Due to Overexploitation and Lack of Control
Overfishing and weak enforcement push Yucatan's grouper fishery toward irreversible decline, warn industry leaders.