Hundreds of monkeys die as heatwave hits Mexico

SuchTV  |  Jun 09, 2024

According to international media reports, as of May 31, the Environment Department confirmed 204 howler monkey fatalities, with 157 occurring in Tabasco alone. Subsequently, the tally in Tabasco has surged to 198, indicating the nationwide toll is nearing 250.

Conservationists warn of a dire situation, with the heatwave showing no signs of relenting, according to the report by the Voice of America.

Unprecedented measures, including installing air conditioning in shelters, are underway to save the remaining animals.

Authorities and environmental groups are collaborating on emergency efforts, providing water stations and shaded areas.

Calls for enhanced policies and conservation efforts grow as experts link such extreme events to climate change.

As Mexico's wildlife struggles, urgent action is imperative to survive this heatwave and protect biodiversity against future challenges.

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