The Nature of Quintana Roo

The entire State of Quintana Roo boasts majestic natural landscapes. It is covered by forest areas, and in the north of the state, we find a tropical rainforest along with swamp and mangrove zones. This is why it features an impressive diversity of fauna, where the following animals are among the most popular in the region.

One of the animals native to Quintana Roo is the Crocodile; these carnivorous animals can live up to 100 years and generally inhabit swamps and lagoons. Did you know that these animals have been spotted in the Nichupté Lagoon in Cancun? Crocodiles cry continuously to moisten their eyes while they are out of the water. This reptile is a carnivore.

The sea turtles found all along the Quintana Roo coast are cold-blooded and only come to land for the purpose of nesting, but they are constantly seen in the water and are famous in various areas of Quintana Roo. They are omnivorous and live for around 150 to 200 years.

Iguanas are also another species of green-colored reptile, which are herbivorous and shed their skin. They have teeth and claws for defense, and we can always find this species in the humid areas of this beautiful Mexican coastline.

Another representative of the Quintana Roo fauna is the Toucan, a bird distinguished by its striking and colorful plumage as well as a long beak that can measure up to 20cm. These birds live in tropical areas and feed mainly on fruits and insects.

The jaguar is one of the most representative animals of the state, as it has the largest population of the species. It is considered a carnivorous feline that enjoys swimming and is situated at the top of the food chain, making it an apex predator.

And last but not least, we have a small rodent mammal called the coati, which feeds on fruits, making it a great seed disperser, since when defecating, they bury the fruit seeds, thus helping the ecosystem to continue growing. They also store extra food in their cheeks to eat later.