Proyecto AAk Mahahual A.C

Aak Mahahual is a grassroots environmental group started by Víctor Rosales, an environmentalist and former Mexican special forces member. The organization is dedicated to saving endangered species and promoting peaceful coexistence between humans and animals in the southern Caribbean of Mexico. Its main focus is on protecting sea turtles, especially during nesting season. Aak Mahahual works to combat threats like plastic pollution, sargassum seaweed, and illegal egg harvesting. The group teams up with local communities, volunteers, and authorities to monitor nesting beaches, organize beach cleanups, and raise awareness about marine conservation.

Beyond sea turtle conservation, Aak Mahahual tackles human-wildlife conflicts, especially between domestic dogs and jaguars in the Mahahual area. To reduce these conflicts, the organization has started programs to build night houses for dogs, provide vaccinations, and encourage responsible pet ownership. These efforts aim to lower the risk of disease transmission and prevent jaguars from preying on pets. This approach helps maintain a balanced ecosystem.