The Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources (Semarnat) has initiated an investigation to determine the causes behind the death of primatesspecifically howler monkeys, in the states of Tabasco and Chiapas.
Semarnat reported that the possible reasons that could have caused this worrying situation are being analyzed, and efforts are being coordinated between federal, state and municipal authorities, as well as academic institutions and zoological centers in the region.
The agency pointed out that since the first deaths of howler monkeys were reported last weekend, Semarnat, in collaboration with the Federal Attorney for Environmental Protection (Profepa) and the National Service of Health, Safety and Agri-Food Quality (Senasica) , has been awaiting the results of the initial analyzes to identify the causes of the death of these wildlife specimens.
The Government of Mexico, in its effort to investigate the death of howler monkeys in Tabasco and Chiapas, took a tour of the Cholula and Cacaotera Haciendaswhere primates were observed in their natural habitat.
This tour included IN-SITU care for the monkeys and the mobilization of COBIUS mobile clinics in Cunduacán and Comalcalco, as well as on private land in the state of Tabasco.
A working meeting was convened between various entities, including the state and federal environmental sector, the National Commission for the Knowledge and Use of Biodiversity (Conabio), the Security, Energy and Environment Agency (ASEA) and the Juárez Autonomous University of Tabasco (UJAT).
These activities were attended by the General Directorate of Wildlife (DGVS) of Semarnat, Profepa, the General Directorate of Health Surveillance of the Ministry of Public Health and Social Welfare and the National Water Commission (Conagua).
The National Commission of Protected Natural Areas (Conanp), the National Institute of Ecology and Climate Change (INECC), the Coordinating Unit of State Representations and the State Representative Office (ORE) of Tabasco also participated in the investigations to determine the causes of the death of the howler monkeys.
The Government of Mexico has called on citizens to avoid the spread of false information that could lead to incorrect practices or compromise the integrity and dignified treatment of wildlife.
Semarnat indicated that it has been reporting promptly on the actions that are being carried out and will continue to provide updates through official government platforms.
To avoid incorrect manipulations and guarantee adequate medical care, Semarnat recommends that the population immediately report any sighting of wildlife specimens that require medical evaluation and attention.
Citizens should contact Civil Protection, fire departments, Profepa (911 or 800-776 33 72), representative offices of Semarnat, Conanp, and citizen security bodies if necessary.
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