Tourists Capture Video of Crocodile Dragging Dog in Sian Ka’an Biosphere
Tulum, Quintana Roo — A video taken by tourists showing a crocodile dragging a dead dog through the water in Tulum has gone viral, sparking renewed warnings about the presence of reptiles in the region’s lagoons and mangroves.
The incident occurred Saturday in a lagoon within the Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve, in the municipality of Tulum. The footage left onlookers stunned and has caused an outcry on social media.
Wildlife experts note that crocodiles are part of the local fauna and stress the importance of staying away from water bodies where they live and keeping pets and people under close supervision.
Authorities have urged residents and visitors to heed warning signs and take extra precautions in areas where crocodiles have been reported.
The video has also ignited debate about the impact of urban development and human presence on wildlife in Quintana Roo’s tourist destinations.
Ana Reyes covers environmental policy, conservation initiatives, infrastructure projects, and political developments across the Yucatán Peninsula for Riviera Maya News & Events. She reports on issues from sargassum management and reef conservation to the Maya Train, coastal development, and state and federal policy affecting Quintana Roo and the broader peninsula.Ana has covered environmental and political news since 2023, tracking key developments in Mexico's environmental regulations, coral reef protection, coastal zone management, and the intersection of tourism development with conservation efforts. Her reporting spans from Cancun's hotel zone to the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve and the culturally significant regions of the Yucatán interior.Ana is fluent in English and Spanish, and draws from a wide range of sources including government environmental agencies, conservation organizations, academic researchers, and local community leaders to provide balanced, well-sourced coverage. She is particularly focused on how environmental policy decisions affect the daily lives of residents and the long-term sustainability of the region.For story tips: ana@rivieramayanews.mx
