Ría Lagartos, Biosphere reserve in Yucatán, Mexico.
The reserve spans 60,348 hectares of wetlands, mangroves, and salt flats along the northern coast of the Yucatán Peninsula at the Gulf of Mexico.
The Mexican government established this protected natural area in 1979 to preserve local ecosystems, leading to UNESCO Biosphere Reserve designation in 2004.
Local fishermen maintain traditional fishing methods in the reserve's waters while participating in conservation efforts to protect the natural resources.
Visitors access the reserve through guided boat tours departing from the town of Río Lagartos, offering opportunities to observe flamingos and other water birds.
Salt lakes within the reserve contain specific algae that create naturally pink-colored waters, providing essential feeding grounds for American flamingo populations.
Location: Yucatán
GPS coordinates: 21.60206,-88.15395
Latest update: May 11, 2025 09:26
The Yucatan region contains numerous unknown sites. The Maya ruins, cenotes, and historic buildings showcase the region's history and culture. The nature reserves and traditional villages display local life.
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Coba
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Sacred Cenote
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Ik Kil
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El Meco
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Yum Balam
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Cenote Suytún
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Yaxuna
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Playa Punta Cocos
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Teatro del Ex Telar La Aurora
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Cenote Samula
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Rio Lagartos Lighthouse
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Cenote Xcanche
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