Geomorphological and hydroclimatological characterization of the Pantanos de Centla Biosphere Reserve, Mexico

Abstract

In this article, the geomorphological and hydro climatological characterization of the Pantanos Centla Biosphere Reserve, Tabasco, Mexico, is shown. To that end, a digital database was generated with the reserve's main characteristics (hydrology, climatology, hydrogeology, and other key aspects). The results show a system with little drainage capacity, influenced by the clay typology and an elongated morphology reflecting a long concentration time. The immediate challenge is the insufficient space-time data infrastructure which helps understand this natural area's climatological and geological processes. Therefore, this contribution should impact decision-making within the natural area, based on the best available scientific information.