The Isla Mujeres government, under the leadership of Mayor Atenea Gómez Ricalde, remains firmly committed to the preservation and protection of sea turtles. This commitment is particularly highlighted during the current nesting season, which runs from May 15 to October 15, via the Isla Mujeres Turtle Camp.
The Isla Mujeres Department of Environment and Ecology has reported significant success in their conservation efforts. To date, they have managed to protect a total of 224 sea turtle nests. This achievement has been made possible with the assistance of dedicated volunteers and department staff.
The department's data reveals that they have so far safeguarded 55 Loggerhead turtle nests, 164 White turtle nests, and 5 Hawksbill turtle nests. Furthermore, they have managed to preserve a staggering 25,802 eggs from these species. This includes 6,289 Loggerhead turtle eggs, 18,668 White turtle eggs, and 701 Hawksbill turtle eggs.
The department also noted that they have accounted for 621 hatchlings so far this season. This includes 420 Loggerhead turtles, 107 White turtles, and 94 Hawksbill turtles.
Under the mayor's directives, the Turtle Camp operates around the clock, coordinating efforts to protect the species that come to spawn at various points across Isla Mujeres. This island municipality is known for its eco-friendly and environmentally cautious approach.
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