Yucatan Fauna

Maya Animal Kingdom found at Hacienda Chichen Resort’s private Maya Jungle Reserve, in Chichen Itza, Yucatan, Mexico.

These are some of the fauna protected and enjoyed by many visitors and locals alike.

Arachnids

There are various species of arachnids found in Chichen Itza, Yucatan, Mexico. From spiders, to daddylonglegs or harvestmen, to scorpions, there are many amazing arachnids that play important roles in this ecosystem. To find out more, visit our Yucatan Arachnids page!

Reptiles

Reptiles make up a large part of the fauna found in Hacienda Chichen Resort’s Private Bird Refuge and Maya Jungle Nature Reserve near Chichen Itza, Yucatan, Mexico. Because of the role and interest of birds and snakes from Yucatan, be have three pages full of information for you. To find out more, visit our Yucatan Reptiles, Yucatan Birds, and Yucatan Snakes pages!

Insects

The area surrounding Chichen Itza, Yucatan, Mexico has many species of insects. Each species plays a vital role in maintaining this ecosystem in balance. To find out more about the different ants, bees, butterflies, and other insects, visit our Yucatan Insects page.

Mammals

Yucatan has many species of mammals and in Hacienda Chichen Resort’s Private Bird Refuge and Maya Jungle Nature Reserve near Chichen Itza, Yucatan, Mexico you can encounter some of the most interesting. From the legendary “balam” or jaguar to the adorable skunk find out more about these important members of the Chichen Itza ecosystem. Visit our Yucatan Mammals pages!