Mexico Slashes Protections for Vaquita Porpoises
Last year’s survey—carried out by a team of international scientists and state environmental officials—estimated just seven to 10 remain in the waters of…
Inside Climate News reports: Last year’s survey—carried out by a team of international scientists and state environmental officials—estimated just seven to 10 remain in the waters of Mexico’s Upper Gulf of California.
Known for their distinctive black-ringed eyes, lipstick-like mouth markings and timid, elusive nature, the vaquita is the world’s rarest marine mammal. Yet Mexican authorities announced last week.
This environment story centres on Mexico. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Mexico Slashes Protections for Vaquita, Mexico’s Upper Gulf of California and Yet Mexican.
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