Local environment news on climate and conservation

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

•February 3, 2026

Impact Study Filed for Sierra La Laguna Wildlife Center

A nonprofit filed an environmental study for a proposed wildlife sanctuary near Sierra La Laguna, now under federal review for forest land-use change.

•February 3, 2026

Judge Halts Land Use Change for Royal Caribbean Mahahual Project

A judge’s ruling has halted a land-use change for Royal Caribbean’s “Perfect Day” project in Mahahual, freezing permits as a legal challenge continues.

•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.

•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.

•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...