From rainforests to deserts, Mexico boasts a wealth of species. Explore its biodiversity and the challenges of conservation with Mexicanist.
Biodiversity
Montebello Lagoons, once azure jewels, now bear a grim green, echoing decades of neglect. Eutrophication's grip threatens ecosystems, tourism, and water quality. Urgent action needed for restoration and protection.
Science
UNAM's study unveils a game-changing strategy: Let Agave tequilana flower and seed to bolster its defense against diseases. Bats, nature's unsuspecting allies, journey vast distances, pollinating agaves, and emphasizing the irreplaceable power of biodiversity.
Oaxaca
The Mixteca Alta of Oaxaca offers a tale of transformation. Previously eroded due to cattle ranching, this region has flourished due to community and governmental interventions. As locals shift from ranching to diverse industries and with reforestation efforts, the landscape now holds a promise.
Biodiversity
In Mexico, the Institute of Biology (IB) of UNAM has described almost 500 new species in four years, significantly enriching global biodiversity knowledge. With advances in technology like DNA sequencing, the process of species recognition is accelerating.
Biodiversity
Bahía de Los Ángeles stands as a testament to nature's adaptability amidst extreme aridity and unpredictable rainfall. With a unique resilience to the El Niño Southern Oscillation and a rich ecosystem anchored by species like the anchoveta fish, it showcases nature's balance in harsh conditions.
Science
Bacillus paralicheniformis, a powerful bacterium from the Sonoran Desert, emerges as a sustainable ally in agriculture, combating nematode threats naturally. Its potent nematicidal activity promises eco-friendly crop protection, heralding a greener future for farmers and the environment.
Biodiversity
In Mexico, trees face contrasting challenges in cities and natural habitats. In urban settings, they're often planted haphazardly, while in the wild, they battle shifts in land use. Introducing foreign tree species disrupts native ecosystems, highlighting the importance of indigenous vegetation.
Biodiversity
The Gulf of California, a closed subtropical sea stretching 1,000 kilometers, is a hub of high primary productivity, shaped by wind-induced upwelling, tidal mixing, and thermohaline circulation. Amidst arid and mountainous terrains, its geography and dynamic oceanography support marine ecosystems.
Mexico City
The proposal to reopen the La Viga Canal aims to restore water bodies, parks, and green spaces, combat heat islands, and reconnect with the city's historical identity. A sustainable solution with positive impacts on communities and the environment.
Biodiversity
Mexico, boasting 26 of the 32 global soil groups, faces a crisis with 64% of its soil degraded. This degradation threatens vital ecosystem services, from sustenance to water sources. The National University's PUEIS initiative fosters collaboration to address this challenge.
Biodiversity
Let's protect mantas and stingrays! Harmful stinging mutilation on beaches threatens their survival. Wear protective shoes and raise awareness for a sustainable marine environment. Together, we preserve the wonders of our oceans for generations to come.
Biodiversity
Discover the captivating bathymetry of the Gulf of California. Unique basins, trenches & V-shaped channels create a dynamic hydrographic regime, ideal for marine exploration & research. Dive into this mesmerizing underwater realm.
Biodiversity
Explore the fascinating hydrology of Bahía de Los Ángeles & La Asamblea San Francisquito Coastal Corridor. Diverse ecosystems, unique flora & fauna, and challenges of water catchment await in this Baja gem. Preserve this natural treasure for a sustainable future.
Baja California
The geological history of Bahía de Los Angeles is linked to Baja California Peninsula. Fault zones, sediment deposits, and plate shifts shaped the region. Islands formed during Pleistocene glaciations. Soils are eutrophic regosols, susceptible to erosion.
Biodiversity
Discover the Bahía de Los Ángeles, Canales de Ballenas, and Salsipuedes Marine Zone Biosphere Reserve in Mexico—a protected area rich in marine life, wetlands, and islands. Covering 387,956.88 hectares, it safeguards unique biodiversity and diverse geographical features.
Biodiversity
Discover the alarming loss of Mexico's natural forests, resulting in increased carbon emissions. Shifting agriculture, illegal logging, and fires pose grave threats. Explore the implications and urgent need for action.