Laguna Ojo de Liebre

The shallow saline lagoon encompasses extensive salt flats and intertidal zones, providing diverse habitats for marine species and migratory birds across its vast expanse.

In 1857, Charles Melville Scammon initiated whale hunting operations in the lagoon, leading to a significant decline in gray whale populations by the late 19th century.

The lagoon's conservation methods integrate traditional ecological knowledge from local communities with modern scientific research to maintain environmental balance.

Guided excursions operate during whale watching season from December to April, allowing visitors to observe gray whales in their natural breeding grounds.

The lagoon contains the world's largest saltworks facility, with evaporation ponds covering 33,000 hectares for commercial salt production.

Location: Baja California Sur

Part of: Whale Sanctuary of El Vizcaino

Address: 23940 BCS, Mexico 23940 23940

Website: https://gob.mx/semarnat/articulos/reserva-de-la-biosfera-complejo-lagunar-ojo-de-liebre-159892

GPS coordinates: 27.75000,-114.25000

Latest update: May 12, 2025 05:55