Laguna de Términos, Protected lagoon system in Campeche, Mexico.
The Laguna de Términos comprises interconnected lagoons and tidal estuaries spanning 705,016 hectares along the Gulf of Mexico coast.
The Spanish explorer Juan de Grijalva discovered this water system in 1518, finding multiple Maya settlements established around the coastal formations.
Local fishing communities maintain traditional practices in the lagoon waters, supporting 367 fish species through sustainable harvesting methods.
Visitors reach the lagoon through Ciudad del Carmen, where local boat operators provide guided tours through the extensive waterways.
The lagoon exchanges half of its water volume every nine days through tidal movements, supporting one of Mexico's largest marine biodiversity concentrations.
Location: Campeche
GPS coordinates: 18.60786,-91.55583
Latest update: May 12, 2025 12:41
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