THE MOST OUTSTANDING FLORA AND FAUNA OF SINALOA - BIOLOGY - 2025

The flora and fauna of Sinaloa presents a great diversity thanks to its maritime and mountainous geographical location. It faces the Sea of ​​Cortez, in the Gulf of California, and also in the westernmost part of the Sierra Madre.

Due to the proximity of the Tropic of Cancer, in Sinaloa there are several regions: subtropical, semi-desert and desert.

All this makes the fauna and flora of the region very heterogeneous. Some of the most representative animal species are the jaguar, the pygmy skunk, the white-tailed deer, the sole snake, the tlalcoyote or the dolphin and the fin whale in marine habitats.

Regarding the flora, the most common species are jute, huisache, palo blanco, mangrove, tule and oak.

The 7 main animals of Sinaloa

1- The jaguar

It is one of the most iconic and representative animal species in Mexico. In Sinaloa it lives in the Sierra Madre area, from where it sometimes descends to inhabited areas. In Mexican tradition, the jaguar is a sacred animal.

2- The pygmy skunk

It is a carnivorous species of the skunk family, typical of Mexico and more specifically of its western coast. It is easy to find this animal in the bushes and in the wooded areas.

3- The white-tailed deer

The deer is another sacred animal present in Mexican mythology through cultural manifestations, such as the dance of the deer.

It inhabits the oak and pine forests of Sierra Madre Occidental. They migrate in search of food in times of drought and scarcity.

4- The sole snake

Typical of the regions of Sinaloa and Sonora. It abounds in the border area of ​​both Mexican states.

Needing hot climates to live, this species tends to be found in semi-desert and desert areas.

5- The salamander

Also an inhabitant of Sierra Madre Occidental, the specific subspecies found there is medium in size.

It can be found near aquatic areas, such as streams or small streams.

6- The tlalcoyote

It is also known as the North American badger. They like open spaces where prey such as mice, squirrels or marmots abound. Its name is due to the similarity with another species, the coati.

7- The dolphin and the whale

They are the two largest marine species. There are also others such as shrimp, grouper, snapper, turtle, corvina or crocodile.

The 5 main plants of Sinaloa

1- Jute

It is a typical plant of the tropical regions. It has the shape of a bush and from this textile fibers are obtained.

It needs hot and humid climates to thrive. For this reason, the Mexican Pacific area is appropriate for its growth.

2- Huisache

Also known as whitehead or acacia. It is also a small, thorny shrub with a yellow flower.

It is typical of tropical America, so it is seen in Sinaloa as well as in other regions from north to south of the continent.

3- The white stick

It is a plant from which usable wood is obtained in carpentry. It belongs to the olive family, although it can exceed 10 meters in height.

It needs moisture to grow and survive. For this reason, the mixture of heat and maritime influence of the Sinaloan coast is beneficial.

4- The mangrove

It is a woody shrub typical of humid areas. It is located at the foot of rivers, swamps and lagoons.

They form ecosystems that are known by the name of mangroves. Its presence is widespread in tropical America.

5- The tule

Typical of Mexico, it is a long-lived, leafy and evergreen tree. They inhabit the banks of rivers, streams, swamps and streams.

References

1. Flora and fauna of Sinaloa in México al Máximo, vmexicoalmaximo.com
2. Nature and Biodiversity, at visitsinaloa.travel
3. Nature in Government of the State of Sinaloa, turismo.sinaloa.gob.mx
4. "Land of jaguars: an endangered species that protects itself in Sinaloa", in Espejo, revistaespejo.com