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Puerto Vallarta: Biodiversity in danger from urbanization |
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by Adan Ojeda Villa | 31-10-2020 15:31
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Urbanization is linked to the change in land use, which causes a modification in natural ecosystems and their resources, in which different areas such as socioeconomic, cultural and environmental have influence. Puerto Vallarta is a region rich in biodiversity, it is because of its climate, flora, fauna, hydrological basins, mountains and ecosystems. This city is also one of the main tourist destinations in Mexico (Gama et al., N.d.), which has resulted in an accelerated growth of the urban area and has had a direct negative impact on the ecosystems of the region. The city of Puerto Vallarta is made up of 130,067 hectares, of which 6,493 are used for agriculture, 19,700 for livestock activities, 93,408 for forestry use, 1,340 are for urban land and 9,068 hectares have other uses, and the remaining 58 hectares are not. specifies its use (Loss of Mangrove Surface in Mexico, 2005). This region has a great diversity of wildlife species, but it also has a significant amount of endemisms, species that are only found in this area. The change in land use destined mainly for urbanization, livestock and agriculture directly affects these endemic species due to the loss and modification of the different habitats where they live along with many other species. Deforestation is also one of the main causes of the loss of biodiversity in the area, due to the use of land for crops. The maintenance of the vegetation in the region is essential, for example, the forests in the high areas of the mountains that surround the city serve as collectors of rainwater which prevents flooding in the streets of the urban area., It also represents the 80% of the vegetation in western Mexico (Environmental Aspects and Risk Prevention in Puerto Vallarta). The constant growth of the urban area, mainly due to constructions for tourist purposes and for local housing, has had a direct impact on the region's biodiversity, in addition, the different tourist activities related to nature have also modified ecosystems, and this as a consequence to the proximity of visitors to wild species can also alter and modify their behavior (Natasha Molina, 2016). Faced with this problem, the environmental authorities have implemented several conservation programs to protect and care for the natural resources and ecosystems of Puerto Vallarta, although it has not been enough so far. It is necessary to implement comprehensive projects between society, industry and government to be able to declare several Protected Natural Areas, greater planning before expanding the urban area and protecting more species. Currently Puerto Vallarta is part of the regions that are priority for conservation in Mexico, recognized by CONABIO (The National Commission for the Knowledge and Use of Biodiversity). Fortunately, there are many specialists in environmental issues in the region interested in protecting and caring for the port's biodiversity, in addition, citizens have always been characterized by actively participating in the different awareness campaigns that are carried out in the city, as well as in activities and projects in favor of the environment. I am sure that with my participation, that of society, government and industry, we will be able to make a positive change in Puerto Vallarta and we will stop the loss of biodiversity. This alarming example, which in turn is being solved little by little, is undoubtedly part of many other cities and regions in danger and threatened by anthropogenic actions around the world, and it is a situation that must be addressed as soon as possible, to avoid irreversible consequences. The planet needs us and we must all be united with the same goal, to reverse environmental problems. Cited Bibliography Aspectos Ambientales y Prevención de Riesgos en Puerto Vallarta. (1387). http://dotnet.puertovallarta.gob.mx/oldsite/TmpTransparencia/transparencia/PMD/pdf/1.6.pdf Gama, C., Ignacio, J., Contreras, R., Javier, H., Ávalos, R., & León, M. (n.d.). CTV Congreso Internacional Ciudad y Territorio Virtual International Conference Virtual City and Territory OBSOLESCENCIA Y VITALIDAD URBANA EN CIUDADES TURÍSTICAS DE LITORAL. PUERTO VALLARTA, JALISCO, MÉXICO. https://doi.org/10.5821/ctv.8461 Natasha Molina, R. O. (2016). Impacto de la actividad turística sobre la urbanización y los recursos naturales: Caso Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco. http://eltopo.cl/editorial/n6_5.pdf |
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4 Comments
Hello Adan!
It's your SJ mentor.
Thank you for introducing the loss of biodiversity in Puerto Vallarta.
I really like the picture that you attached. I can figure out how beautiful city it is through your report.
As larger the city becomes, deforestation accelerates causing the elimination of animal habitats.
Thus sustainable development is highly emphasized.
I hope your participation will lead to make a positive change in Puerto Vallarta and we will stop the loss of biodiversity.
Hope things are fine with you.
Keep writing!
Best regards,
SJ mentor.
Posted 11-11-2020 18:01
Greetings adan
I hope you are doing well
Indeed biodiversity are in danger Condition due to urbanization
Thank you so much for this report
Keep writing
Green cheers
Regards
Asmita Gaire
Posted 03-11-2020 12:24
Hello Adan,
this is your mentor WooJoo.
Warm greetings from South Korea.
Thank you for sharing the current concerns related to the biodiversity in danger from urbanization in Puerto Vallarta.
Deforestation with the aim of urbanization, livestock and agriculture are one of the main reasons for the loss of habitat, which leads to animal extinction.
Tourism plays an important role in a country's economy and society,
but at least we should have some limits that can prevent harmful actions towards the environment.
Also, continuous direct, or indirect contact between wildlife/plants and people could make them to stress out, that can make their lifetime shorter.
So in order to protect them, we should keep our minimum distance from them.
The pictures that you hare shared with us are beautiful, and I hope they can be like that forever, without being destroyed by human activities.
Thank you for your contribution to Tunza community.
Regards,
WooJoo
Posted 03-11-2020 02:20
Hello
Greetings from Nepal
Thank you for sharing your informative report.
Nowadays, habitat loss is also common in our country due to deforestation and Urbanization. I hope further steps will be taken to preserve biodiversity of Puerto vallerta.
Regards
Dolma
Posted 01-11-2020 11:43