Environment & Nature
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Tejido Project Plans January 17 Spay and Neuter Clinic in Tulum
A local animal welfare initiative in Tulum is preparing a focused intervention aimed at reducing the long-term suffering of street dogs while offering immediate help to families who cannot afford basic veterinary care.
Residents allege mangrove damage linked to Pastizales project in southern Tulum
Tulum conservation program surpasses 20 million sea turtle hatchlings released
Quiet turtle sanctuary at Xcacel Beach contrasts with booming Tulum
Tulum faces urgent warning as cigarette waste overwhelms nesting beaches
Cigarette butt pollution on Tulum’s beaches is rising during turtle nesting season, with officials warning the daily accumulation could threaten hatchlings and disrupt vital coastal ecosystems.
Daily wave of cigarette waste raises new alarms in Tulum
Tulum pufferfish die-off triggers investigation along the coast
Tourists disturb resting crocodile in Tulum after mistaking it for a prop
A video of tourists provoking a crocodile in Tulum went viral after they mistook the reptile for a decoration, sparking criticism about wildlife awareness in the region.
White Flag NOM 120 recognition highlights Tulum’s environmental progress
Tulum reaffirms its environmental leadership with new Playa Platino and NOM 120 White Flag certifications, solidifying its role as a Quintana Roo model for sustainable coastal management.
Aktun Chen in Tulum receives green light from Semarnat
Semarnat authorized the Aktun Chen ecotourism park in Tulum after previous Profepa sanctions, granting 18 months for regularization and 50 years of operation under new environmental compliance rules.
Local Hero Helps Baby Sea Turtles Reach the Ocean in Tulum
A Tulum visitor used a rake to protect endangered sea turtles from hungry birds, highlighting local efforts to safeguard Mexico’s fragile marine life on the beaches of the Riviera Maya.
What happens when no one watches the nests?
Tulum’s turtle nesting season is under threat from roaming dogs and rising pollution. Conservationists urge action to protect endangered species along the Riviera Maya’s coastline.
Mosquitoes surge in Tulum amid rainy season conditions
Tulum is facing a surge in mosquitoes this September, fueled by rain, humidity, and urban growth. Locals and tourists are adapting — but the jungle isn’t giving in without a fight.
What to know about Tulum’s hurricane season
Tulum’s hurricane season runs from June to November, peaking between August and October. Residents and visitors must stay informed and ready as storms can hit early—or late.
Over 200 kilos of trash removed from Tankah turtle nesting zone
Volunteers in Tulum removed 206 kg of trash from Tankah beach, a key turtle nesting site, in a cleanup organized by the Sea Turtle Conservation Program Riviera Maya Tulum.
Portuguese man-of-war in Tulum beaches sparks safety warnings
Portuguese man-of-war have been reported on Tulum beaches, raising safety alerts for tourists and residents in Quintana Roo and putting new focus on beach safety in Mexico’s Riviera Maya.
Marine pollution cleanup in Tulum collects over 240 nurdles this summer
Programa SAK’s latest coastal cleanups in Tulum removed 243 nurdles and exposed troubling waste patterns, highlighting the urgent need for marine conservation in Quintana Roo.
Tropical wave brings rain to Tulum but no cyclone threat this weekend
Tulum will see rain this weekend due to a tropical wave and humidity from Central America, but Civil Protection confirms no cyclone threat for Quintana Roo or the Caribbean.
Rain Helps, But the Sargassum Keeps Coming in Riviera Maya
Sargassum returned to Tulum’s beaches after days of clarity, impacting Santa Fe and other key areas. Local crews continue cleanup efforts to protect Quintana Roo’s tourism image.


















