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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.

Quintana Roo devilfish
•November 13, 2025

Quintana Roo devilfish spreads in fragile Chetumal Bay

Authorities and fishers track the Quintana Roo devilfish as it breeds in Chetumal Bay and Bacalar, threatening species and local fishing jobs.
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illegal dumping puerto vallarta
•November 12, 2025

Puerto Vallarta illegal dumping persists despite warnings

Despite signs and campaigns, Puerto Vallarta illegal dumping continues at hot spots, testing enforcement as officials push stiffer penalties.
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Los Cabos leatherback nest
•November 12, 2025

Los Cabos leatherback nest yields 56 eggs under guard

Los Cabos leatherback nest in La Ribera: 56 eggs relocated and secured by municipal staff and Costa Palmas, a rare win for this at-risk species.
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Los Cabos marine farm
•November 11, 2025

Los Cabos marine farm aims to seed 1,000 new reefs

Los Cabos marine farm moves from pilot to scale, with partners planning up to 1,000 artificial reefs to restore habitats and revive 30+ species.
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Parque Ecológico Kabah
•November 11, 2025

Parque Ecológico Kabah: 30 years shaping Cancún’s green

Parque Ecológico Kabah turns 30 with honors, data, and a plan to keep Cancún’s green lung thriving. What changed, who showed up, and what’s next.
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Veracruz reef protest
•November 11, 2025

Veracruz reef protest challenges port expansion over damage

Veracruz reef protest targets south breakwater as activists warn La Gallega could vanish; officials say the project complies with the law.
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Profepa releases 10 green iguanas
•November 10, 2025

Green iguanas in Puerto Vallarta released after rehab

After months of rescue and checks, green iguanas in Puerto Vallarta return to native habitat. Why this release matters and the law behind it.
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playa camarones cleanup
•November 10, 2025

Puerto Vallarta community cleanup helps Playa Camarones keep Blue Flag status

About 150 volunteers joined the Playa Camarones cleanup, hauling plastic and cigarette butts as city teams work to keep Blue Flag certification.
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Puerto Vallarta crocodiles
•November 10, 2025

Puerto Vallarta crocodiles keep rescuers busy this weekend

Three Puerto Vallarta crocodiles were relocated after sightings in Marina Vallarta, Fluvial and Las Palmas; officials urge distance this weekend.
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Los Cabos illegal fishing
•November 7, 2025

Los Cabos illegal fishing faces new radar rollout soon

FONMAR will install two coastal radars at Cabo San Lucas’ CATTAC to monitor boats in real time and curb Los Cabos illegal fishing at sea.
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Nichupté lagoon contamination
•November 7, 2025

Nichupté Lagoon Contamination Exceeds Safe Limits in Cancun

A year-long study finds Cancún’s Nichupté Lagoon severely contaminated with fecal bacteria. Enterococcus counts near 2,400 per 100 ml – well above the safe limit...
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Vallarta Zoo inspection
•November 6, 2025

Vallarta Zoo inspection clears abuse claims after outcry

After a four-day check, the Vallarta Zoo inspection found animals in good condition and ordered improvements to hygiene and contingency plans.
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