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Local environment news on climate, conservation, and air and water quality. We unpack risks, restoration plans, and recovery, plus resilience planning.

axolotl

•January 28, 2026

Celebrating Axolotl Day 2026 at Axolotitlán in Mexico City

Axolotitlán, Mexico City’s axolotl sanctuary, celebrates National Axolotl Day 2026 with exhibits, interactive events and a conservation focus.

Giant elephant seal draws crowds on Los Ayala beach

•January 28, 2026

Giant elephant seal in Nayarit draws crowds on Los Ayala beach

A huge elephant seal returned to Nayarit, hauling out at Los Ayala after a Sunday sighting in San Blas. Officials cordoned off the beach.

Water stress warning as Bay of Banderas rivers shrink

•January 27, 2026

Water stress warning as Bay of Banderas rivers shrink

A meteorologist warns Bay of Banderas rivers could shrink or dry briefly as heat and high pressure linger. Conserve water now.

White pelicans return to Texcoco after 15-year absence

•January 24, 2026

White pelicans return to Texcoco after 15-year absence

After 15 years, American white pelicans return to Texcoco’s restored wetlands, a sign Lake Texcoco’s recovery is real.

•January 24, 2026

National Guard Protects Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary

Mexico has stationed 300 National Guard members in the Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve, teaming with local communities to safeguard the famed wintering site from illegal...

Sierra La Laguna project draws heat over El Niño Verde

•January 23, 2026

Sierra La Laguna project draws heat over El Niño Verde

Sierra La Laguna’s conservation proposal faces scrutiny after “El Niño Verde” is confirmed in the group and helicopter worries resurface.

Empty the Tanks targets Cabo Dolphin under Ley Mincho

•January 22, 2026

‘Empty the Tanks’ targets Cabo Dolphin under Ley Mincho

Empty the Tanks says it asked PROFEPA to investigate Cabo Dolphin in Los Cabos over tourist interactions barred by Ley Mincho.

NGOs Applaud Halt to Manzanillo Port Expansion Plan

•January 21, 2026

NGOs Applaud Halt to Manzanillo Port Expansion Plan

Semarnat halts Manzanillo port expansion, drawing praise from NGOs who urge permanent cancellation and stronger wetland protections.

Baja California’s Kelp Forests Are Disappearing Fast

•January 20, 2026

Baja California’s Kelp Forests Are Disappearing Fast

Activists warn warming waters, pollution, and a sea urchin plague have wiped out over 70% of Baja California’s kelp forests, imperiling marine life.

The climate price bats pay as heat and drought rise

•January 19, 2026

The climate price bats pay as heat and drought rise

Heatwaves and drought are pushing bats past their limits, threatening pollination and natural insect control that ecosystems and farms rely on.

Los Arcos de Mismaloya Turns 50

•January 19, 2026

Vallarta council urges stronger protection for Los Arcos

Puerto Vallarta’s council urged agencies to clarify Los Arcos’ status, reject privatization and speed up protected-area designation.

PROFEPA halts Xcalacoco clearing over spider monkey corridor

•January 16, 2026

PROFEPA halts Xcalacoco clearing over spider monkey corridor

PROFEPA stopped jungle clearing in Xcalacoco near Playa del Carmen after a complaint warned it was cutting an endangered spider monkey corridor.

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