Ría Lagartos
Mexico, Yucatán
Ría Lagartos
LocationMexico, Yucatán
RegionYucatán
TypeBiosphere Reserve
Coordinates21.5500°, -88.1500°
Established1999
Area603.48
Nearest CityRío Lagartos (2 km)
About Ría Lagartos
Northern Yucatán coastal lagoon system hosting the largest nesting colony of American flamingos in Mexico. Also critical habitat for sea turtles including hawksbill, green, and loggerhead species.