The days of quarantine have not only brought calm to the municipality of San Miguel de Allende, but also species that have not been observed for a long time, such as coyotes, cacomixtle, raccoons, gray fox and wild cats, among others.
This was explained by the director of Charco del Ingenio, Mario Hernández, who recalled that for 30 years the place has become a refuge and sanctuary for wild animals.
He also explained that they have observed a large number of migratory birds, rodents and snakes. He said that this shows how human activity influence the life style of all animal species.
“We are very happy. This is a very clear sign that the planet can recover, if we can have a broader commitment and if there is a dynamic of public policies to guarantee a balance for all of us who inhabit the earth, ”he said.
Mario Hernández said that they have seen a lower flow of people in San Miguel de Allende, but a large number of people live their normal lives. Many children on the street playing and families moving from one place to another.
El Charco del Ingenio is an area designated for conservation and preservation, appointed by the National Commission for Protected Natural Areas and listed by the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources (Semarnat).
This place had to adhere to the preventive measures of Phase 3 of the health contingency by Covid-19, since Tuesday of last week. For this reason, they assumed the responsibility of closing the doors to the locals, to prevent people from moving from one point to another, and support the national health strategy.
San Miguel Times Newsroom
