Crime
How Green Criminology Fights for Mexico's Biodiversity
Mexico's biodiversity crisis demands a new approach: green criminology. Experts call for specialized laws, units, and public awareness to combat environmental crimes.
Biodiversity
From rainforests to deserts, Mexico boasts a wealth of species. Explore its biodiversity and the challenges of conservation with Mexicanist.
Biodiversity
Lizard Lore and the Fight for Survival in Chiapas
Scientists in Mexico have discovered a new species of lizard, the Coapilla dragon. This tiny, tree-dwelling lizard is brightly colored and extremely rare. Sadly, threats like habitat destruction and illegal wildlife trafficking put its survival at risk.
Biodiversity
Could a New Volcano Burst Forth in Mexico?
Mexico's got a volcanic itch! Earthquake swarms signal Mother Earth might be prepping a fiery surprise near a famous “cornfield volcano”.
Mexico City
Is Mexico City's Sinking to Blame for New Fault Activity?
Mexico City's got a new geological secret: a newly discovered fault line dubbed the “Plateros-Mixcoac Fault.” Scientists believe this fault might be causing recent tremors. Students documented 23 mini-quakes! Why the shaking?
Biodiversity
How We're Disrupting the Water Cycle
Human actions drastically disrupt the natural water cycle. Cities divert water, deforestation causes floods, and contamination makes water unsafe. Climate change adds to the chaos with extreme weather.
Biodiversity
How Fungi Weave “Internet of Plants” and Shape Our Future
From humble decomposers to mind-bending manipulators, fungi weave a hidden web of life, shaping ecosystems, influencing history, and holding the key to a sustainable future. Dive into their world of bioluminescent caves, mind-altering whispers, and hidden medicinal secrets.
Biodiversity
How Otoliths Help Save the King of the Reef, the Giant Grouper
Otoliths, the “black boxes” of fish, reveal secrets of their age, habitat, and even heavy metal exposure. ️️ Using these time capsules, scientists are piecing together the life story of the endangered giant grouper to save these gentle giants.
Biodiversity
Mexican Scientists Get Down with El Niño in the Deep Blue
El Niño's back in the Pacific and Mexican scientists are diving deep to understand its impact. Aboard El Puma research vessel, they're studying El Niño's effects on climate, marine life and more. Their findings will help communities adapt and prepare for future El Niño events.
State of Mexico
Will Xocotépetl Awaken and Rewrite Mexico's Destiny?
Xocotépetl, Mexico's slumbering giant, holds secrets of fiery past and potential future eruptions. Its scars whisper of ancient avalanches and lost civilizations, while its restless heart threatens modern giants like Toluca and Mexico City.
Crime
The Fight Against Illegal Fishing in Mexican Waters
Illegal fishing plunders millions of tons yearly, threatening both species and seafood safety. Mexico, with its rich marine life, faces this scourge too. To fight back, we need strong institutions, informed consumers, and “traceability” systems that reveal a seafood's true story.
Biodiversity
Tancítaro Volcano's Seismic Stirrings Demand Attention
Tancítaro, deemed dormant, unveils its seismic activity through extensive research by Román Álvarez Béjar and team. Seismic swarms and magmatic injections challenge perceptions, emphasizing the need for vigilant monitoring of all Mexican stratovolcanoes.
History
Mixteca Alta Geopark's Role in Sustaining Ancient Practices
Mixteca Alta Geopark in Oaxaca, a UNESCO World Geopark since 2017, blends ancient traditions and sustainable practices. Lamabordos, ancient agricultural terraces, capture water, sustain crops, and preserve biodiversity.
Biodiversity
The Economic Potential of Date Palms in Mexico
Date palms, originating in Mesopotamia, thrive in arid regions globally. In Mexico, San Luis Río Colorado leads date cultivation. With rich nutritional value, dates offer economic potential and health benefits.
Biodiversity
The Economic Toll of Global Soil Degradation
Soil degradation, causing 24 billion tons lost yearly globally, demands urgent attention. UNAM's PUEIS, led by Blanca Lucía Prado Pano, highlights the critical role of healthy soil in sustaining life, economies, and ecosystems.
Biodiversity
El Niño's Impact on Mexican Pacific Waters and Beyond
El Niño's prolonged presence in Mexico's Pacific waters intensifies global warming, elevating hurricane risks. Coral reefs face unprecedented bleaching, with 80-100% loss. Ocean warming disrupts bacterial processes, posing threats to coastal areas.
Biodiversity
The Whales of the Pacific Coast of Baja California Sur
Dive into Baja California Sur's oceanic wonderland! Unravel the mystery of whales, Earth's rockstars, from the mustached Mysticeti to the toothy rebels, Odontoceti. It's a deep-sea adventure – join the ocean's guardian party.