OXKUTZCAB, YUCATAN.- Residents of the San Esteban neighborhood heard a rumor that said “Coco” had escaped from his pond. “Coco” is one …
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26-foot-long whale shark may unlock mysteries of birth, mating during 100-year lifespan
Rio Lady, a 26-foot-long female whale shark, is one heck of a wanderer. Scientists are learning she is quite a teacher too. Last month, Rio Lady …
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State Government denounces death of toucan before Profepa
Once again, people’s ignorance and lack of culture results in the tragic death of an innocent wild animal. The death of “Tuqui”, …
MERIDA, April 16, 2020.- A golden pheasant was observed walking through the streets of Mérida. The golden pheasant, also known as rainbow …
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BACKYARD BIRDING IN MERIDA, YUCATAN AND BEYOND – A FRIEND OF MANKIND: KILLDEER
Charadrius vociferus, Chorlito Tildio (Spanish) Other Names: Cheweeka, Killdeer Plover, Noisy Plover, Chattering Plover, Killdee, Meadow Plover, Pasture Plover Two black necklaces …
UMÁN, YUCATÁN.— Civil Protection staff of Umán attended an emergency call, denouncing the discovery of a boa constrictor specimen in the Wílliam …
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BACKYARD BIRDING IN MERIDA, YUCATAN AND BEYOND – THANKS GIVINGS FOR NATURE’S GIFTS IN THE YUCATAN AND PANAMA, PART 1 of 2
Every November my monthly column features birds and their roles in nature in appreciation for support of humans from serving as pollinators …
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BACKYARD BIRDING IN MERIDA, YUCATAN AND BEYOND – TANTALIZING TROGONS, PART 1 OF 2
Generally, the dazzling-colored trogon family of 43 species (more or less) are primarily found in the tropical, humid forests of the New …
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BACKYARD BIRDING IN MERIDA, YUCATAN AND BEYOND – “SAILERS” OF THE SKY: SWALLOW-TAILED KITE
SWALLOW-TAILED KITE, Elanoides forficatus, Milano Tijereta (Spanish) Magnificent. Graceful. Beautiful. These words describe the sailing-through-the-sky flight of the Swallow-tailed Kite, with a …