Almost all animals that were worshipped by the ancient Aztecs are now under some kind of threat in Mexico, according to biologist Carlos Galindo, director of science communication from the National Commission for the Knowledge and Use of Biodiversity (Conabio).
The quetzal, jaguar, hummingbirds and the golden eagle are some of these animals, which long before being endangered left their mark on Mexican civilization, forming part of their customs and being an essential piece in their worldview.
On the occasion of World Animal Day, Galindo shared stories that surround these species and warned that "the main problem is that they . . .
