According to Dr. Amilcar Cupul, research professor at the University Center of the Coast (CUC), the case of the Marieta Islands is similar to that of "Peter and the Wolf", meaning it was announced last month that parts of the islands could face possible closure and, after several threats, the date was set for next May 9.
The closure pertains to Playa del Amor, or "Beach Love", because the coral in the area has taken a white or yellowish color, a sign that the coral is dead or dying.
This beach had the largest coral reef in the area but . . .
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