Spiders and Howlers: Yucatán’s Charming Species of New World Monkeys
Other than human beings, Yucatán is home to two species of primates, these being howler and spider monkeys.
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Yucatán Gray Fox Turns Up Inside Busy Centro Newsroom
A gray fox turned up in an unexpected place last week — the offices of one of Yucatán’s oldest newspapers — leaving staff equal parts baffled and charmed before wildlife authorities stepped in. The animal was found early Friday morning resting in a hallway of Diario de Yucatán, in the heart of downtown Mérida. Employees…
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The Elusive Roseate Spoonbill: Where and When to Spot It in Yucatán
From afar, the pink hue of the roseate spoonbill, also known as the platalea ajaja (seriously), often leads inexperienced birders to think they have spotted flamingos. But in reality, Roseate spoonbills and Flamingos are different and not even members of the same order. A Specialist’s Bill and a Diet-Driven Hue The spoon-shaped bill is a…
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The Great Bison Returns to the Mexican Desert After 160 Years
The American bison has returned to the landscapes of Coahuila, Mexico, after an absence of approximately 160 years. This historic comeback centers on the “El Santuario” ecological reserve. This nearly 4,000-hectare protected area is in the Sierra de Menchaca, just 10 kilometers from the “Pueblo Mágico” of Cuatro Ciénegas. The effort, spearheaded by the Fundación…
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Baby Jaguar, Born in Captivity at Oaxaca Sanctuary, Offers Hope
The birth of Yazu, the baby jaguar born at the Yagul Sanctuary in Oaxaca, will lift the spirits of anyone concerned about the species’ long-term survival in Mexico. According to the latest National Jaguar Conservation Alliance census, 5,300 jaguars were counted in 2025 in the corridor stretching from Sonora and Nuevo León to the Yucatán…
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Yucatán’s ‘Bat Sweep’ Called Illegal and Dangerous'They have no idea of the damage to the environment and human well-being they are going to cause'
Conservation organizations are demanding the immediate halt of a program by Yucatán’s state government that distributes nets to cattle ranchers for the mass capture and killing of bats, calling the initiative both illegal and scientifically unfounded. The Yucatán Rural Development Secretary (Seder) launched what it terms a “bat sweep” as a preventative measure against screwworm,…
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Why the Toh Bird is Yucatán’s Most Beloved Avian FriendAsk locals which is the most iconic of the native birds of the Yucatán peninsula; there is little doubt that the answer for most would be, “pues claro que el pajaro toh"
Ask locals which is the most iconic of the native birds of the Yucatán peninsula; there is little doubt that the answer for most would be, “pues claro que el pajaro toh.”
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Baby Pink Flamingos Ready to Hatch at Ría Lagartos Reserve
Drone photography revealed a 40 percent hatch rate, with the remaining eggs expected to hatch within days.
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Eggs Protected As Sea Turtle Nesting Season Begins in Chelem
Turtle nesting season has officially begun as authorities discover an active nest on a beach in Chelem.
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New hummingbird species discovered in Mexico City
When imagining the discovery of new species, the mind wanders to locations like the Amazon or Papua New Guinea — certainly not the likes of Mexico City. But according to ornithologists, this is exactly what has happened, as five species of hummingbirds have been discovered in Mexico City’s Chapultepec Park. The discovery of these new…
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Why jaguar selfies are good news for conservation in Yucatán
A recent increase in photographs of jaguars taken with camera traps suggests Yucatán’s jaguar population continues to recover after decades of being on the decline. Camera traps work by using a motion detector to trigger a camera when an animal moves within its range. This allows researchers to capture images or videos of jaguars without…
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How to make a difference in the fight against the illegal bird trade
Species, including macaws, are highly prized in the illegal bird trade for their beauty and longevity. They can fetch up to US$2,500. Photo: Carlos Rosado van der Gracht / Yucatán Magazine An avian refuge in Yucatan, Proyecto Santa María, has launched a campaign encouraging donors to sponsor endangered birds. The sanctuary houses more than 150…
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Stray dogs and wild flamingos don’t mix in Sisal
Feral dogs have been filmed attacking and killing flamingos in Sisal’s mangroves. Proyecto Santa Maria Sisal posted the flamingo attack on Facebook. The video shows several dogs jumping into the water and pursuing flamingoes in a coordinated hunt. Flamingo migration experts, including Teri Grendzinski from Pennsylvania State University, have warned that such attacks can potentially…
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President López Obrador inaugurates Jaguar Park in Tulum and museum of Mayan heritage
Mexico’s President Andrés Manuel López Obrador, while inaugurating Jaguar Park and the Museum of the Eastern Coast in Tulum urged the public and authorities to protect the region’s biodiversity and cultural heritage. He emphasized the importance of preserving nature, citing experiences of watching turtles, including loggerheads, nesting on the beaches. He also stressed the need…
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More than 200 baby hawksbill sea turtles released in Sisal
More than 200 baby hawksbill sea turtles were released Saturday afternoon from the port of Sisal as part of the Yucatan government’s efforts to protect and conserve local wildlife and the environment. The release’s goal is to reintegrate the turtles into their natural habitat. Upon reaching adulthood, the turtles will return to the Yucatán coast…
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Dolphin Shows Continue to Operate Across Mexico Despite Ban
According to the original plan, over 400 were to be released into the Bay of Campeche, where a federally enforced protection area has existed since 1994.
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The largest species of turtle on Earth now nests near Playa del Carmen
For the first time in 36 years, the world’s most giant sea turtle has been spotted nesting on the shores of the Yuctán Peninsula.
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Sea turtle hatchlings at risk when high season begins
With Easter Week, or Semana Santa, about to begin, Yucatán’s beaches prepare for high season. But holiday crowds on the coast make for a perilous time for Yucatán’s endangered sea turtles and the eggs they lay near the high-tide line. Pronatura Peninsula de Yucatan A.C. is raising funds for an ongoing project that helps protect…
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Fishermen blame oil rigs for whale death
Biologists and biology students will perform an autopsy on the fin whale found in Progreso, but fishermen who found it have their own theory.
That’s all for now
That’s all for now