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Flamingo Nest Count Drops Amid Habitat Threats

6/1/2025

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In May, aerial surveys revealed a staggering 14,757 pink flamingo nests in Mexico's Ría Lagartos Biosphere Reserve, with a promising 40% hatch rate. However, this vibrant population is under siege from development, pollution, and tourism, plummeting from 30,000 nests in 2021. Protecting their habitat and promoting responsible tourism are vital for their future.

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In May, aerial surveys revealed a staggering 14,757 pink flamingo nests in Mexico's Ría Lagartos Biosphere Reserve, with a promising 40% hatch rate. However, this vibrant population is under siege from development, pollution, and tourism, plummeting from 30,000 nests in 2021. Protecting their habitat and promoting responsible tourism are vital for their future.