Río Lagartos

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Río Lagartos is a town in the state of Yucatán, Mexico. The town lies 42 kilometres north of Tizimín. Mérida is approximately 230 kilometres further.

Río Lagartos is located at a lagoon, the Ria Lagartos, which is part of a natural reserve. This makes it an ideal place for birdwatching. This lagoon is part of the Petenes mangroves ecoregion, and the Ria Lagartos has been designated as an internationally recognized Important Bird Area (IBA).

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Photo gallery

  • View over Río Lagartos

  • Port of Río Lagartos

  • Flamingoes at the lagoon

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Coordinates: 21°36′N 88°10′W / 21.600°N 88.167°W / 21.600; -88.167

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