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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.

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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melipona bee hotel Cancun
•November 6, 2025

Buzzing Welcome: Hilton Opens Melipona Bee Hotel in Cancun

Hilton’s Cancun resort opened a “bee hotel” to protect melipona bees – a stingless species – and educate guests about local conservation.
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Boca de Tomates turtle
•November 5, 2025

Boca de Tomates turtle camp in Puerto Vallarta rebuilds after Priscilla

After Hurricane Priscilla’s surge wrecked hatcheries, the Boca de Tomates turtle camp rebuilt a vital nesting pen to safeguard eggs this season.
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illegal housing lots
•November 4, 2025

Illegal housing lots put Playa del Carmen cenotes at risk

Authorities and residents warn that illegal housing lots in Playa del Carmen are creeping into wetlands and karst zones, putting cenotes and the aquifer at...
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Bacalar lagoon damage
•November 4, 2025

Bacalar lagoon damage rekindles scrutiny of permits and works

A court inspection finds new evidence of Bacalar lagoon damage near an army “rest house,” deepening scrutiny of permits and federal oversight.
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Playa Platino certification
•October 31, 2025

Los Cabos and La Paz gain Playa Platino certification in 2025

Baja California Sur officials say select beaches in Los Cabos and La Paz will receive Playa Platino certification, a national seal for clean, well-managed shores...
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