Mérida’s Forest Campaign Surpasses Goal, Planting 8,754 Trees
Mérida's 2026 forest campaign exceeded its goal, planting 8,754 trees with over 3,500 volunteers taking part.
Environment
Water Sentinels Warn of Toxic Chemicals in Quintana Roo Wells
An environmental group is testing wells in 30 rural communities after finding hazardous levels of nitrates, pesticides and other chemicals.
Mexico Imposes Fishing Bans on Abalone, Octopus, Langostino and Sharks
Mexico imposes seasonal fishing bans on abalone, langostino, octopus and sharks to protect commercial fish populations.
Mexican Navy Discovers Sea Turtle Nest Near Sisal Beach in Yucatan
Naval lifeguards found a sea turtle nest during patrols near Sisal, Yucatan, and handed it over to a conservation camp.
Mexico Loses 27,622 Hectares of Mangroves in Five Years, Report Finds
Mexico's mangrove forests shrank by 27,622 hectares in five years, with the Yucatán Peninsula hardest hit, according to a new…
Playa del Carmen Residents Denounce Tree Felling on Palmas 2 Boulevard
Residents of a Playa del Carmen neighborhood say heavy machinery moved in and cut down trees in a green area…
Illegal Shark Sales at Quintana Roo Markets Alarm Researchers
Experts say unlabeled, juvenile sharks are sold in Quintana Roo markets, threatening shark populations and leaving consumers in the dark.
Isla Mujeres Residents Say Quarry Shutdown Was Due to Home Damage
Residents near an Isla Mujeres quarry say its closure came after repeated complaints over damage to their homes and health.
Cozumel Protects More Than 360 Sea Turtle Nests at Punta Sur
Cozumel's Punta Sur park protected 361 sea turtle nests and released 831 hatchlings so far this nesting season.
Authorities Shut Down Illegal Quarries in Isla Mujeres’ Mainland Zone
Authorities sealed unlicensed quarries in Isla Mujeres' mainland zone for operating without environmental permits or mitigation plans.