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Why is Mexico called the “land of marsupials”?

With eight species of **opossums** inhabiting the territory, **Mexico is considered the "land of marsupials".** This animal, small, with a pink nose and a characteristic tail that they usually use to hang from branches, **belongs to this species.** It is...

Mexico and the issue of nanoplastics in bottled water

A recent study by the National Academy of Sciences in Mexico has revealed that bottled water, far from being a completely safe option, may contain up to 240,000 pieces of plastic per liter, including nanoplastics, tiny particles associated with...

Mexico: How they use eggshells to “clean” the Lerma River

A striking initiative has begun to unfold in Mexico. They use **eggshells to "clean"** the contaminated Lerma River. The idea, led by the association **H2O Lerma con Encanto**, is supported by collectives and citizens from different regions. It took them a...

The delta of the Colorado River in Mexico is gradually coming back to life

At the border between Mexico and the United States, the Colorado River delta is facing a struggle to survive the drought and intense exploitation of water resources. This river, which originates in the Rocky Mountains and flows through the southwestern...

Healthy eating: Mexico bans junk food in schools

As a measure to combat childhood obesity and unhealthy eating habits, Mexico bans junk food in schools. According to the Government's determination, schools can no longer sell processed, salty, and sweet products starting from Saturday. Authorities aim to address what they...

Searching for the latest axolotls in their natural habitat

The **Mexican axolotl** (*Ambystoma mexicanum*), (https://noticiasambientales.com/animales/ajolotes-el-secreto-para-frenar-el-envejecimiento-a-los-cuatro-anos-y-su-potencial-en-la-longevidad-humana/) with a gelatinous body and enigmatic gaze, is in **critical danger of extinction**. According to the latest census by the **UNAM Institute of Biology**, its population in the wild continues to decline in...

72% of Mexicans oppose bullfighting and see it as animal cruelty, according to a survey.

On March 18th, the Mexico City Congress approved a historic reform in Mexico City that transforms the traditional bullfights. With 61 votes in favor and only 1 against, the use of blood and cruelty towards bulls in these shows was...

A group of women ventures into the seas of Mexico to protect its biodiversity

In Mexico, there is a group of women committed to protecting biodiversity along the coasts and oceans, carrying out invaluable environmental preservation work, facing personal and social challenges. Marlene Gutiérrez and Elba López, both recognized with the "Ocean Environment Faces...

A new and unique bat species discovered in Mexico

A group of researchers from the Universidad Veracruzana, in collaboration with other institutions, has identified a new endemic species of bat in northeastern Mexico, named Corynorhinus leonpaniaguae sp. nov. This discovery marks an important advance in mammal taxonomy in the...

They were trafficking 320 baby sea turtles in Mexico on a bus

The Federal Attorney for Environmental Protection (Profepa) reported the seizure of 320 red-eared slider turtle hatchlings (Trachemys venusta) that were being illegally transported on a passenger bus. The finding took place at a checkpoint on the Mexico-Puebla highway, as...

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England: more than 80 animals rescued in an operation against abuse

In an operation against animal abuse involving the South Yorkshire police, the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty...