Sierra de Tlaxco Ecosystem and Geography

El Rey Natural Park, located in northern Tlaxcala, is part of the Neovolcanic Axis shared with Puebla and Hidalgo. The park's name originates from Náhuatl, meaning 'place of the ball game.' The area is rich in cultural history, including the cultivation of maguey for pulque. The park features diverse geographical landmarks, including the Huila Capita peak and views of several volcanoes. The Sierra's flora ranges from dry forests to high-altitude pines, supporting a variety of endemic species. The fauna includes a wide range of animals, from wildcats to unique amphibians. Conservation is crucial to protect the area's biodiversity and natural beauty.

Where is the Natural Park El Rey located?

• In the east of Tlaxcala

• In the west of Tlaxcala

• In the north of Tlaxcala

• In the south of Tlaxcala

What does the word 'Tlaxco' mean in Náhuatl?

• The place of the gods

• The place of the rivers

• The place of the ball game

• The place of the mountains

What is the highest point in the Sierra de Tlaxco?

• Pico de Orizaba

• Peña del Rosario

• Volcán de la Malinche

• Huila Capita

Which tree species dominate the lower parts of the Sierra?

• Cedro blanco and pino lacio

• Encinos, pinos, and enebros

• Soyate and maguey

• Madroño and jarilla

What gives the forest a ghostly appearance between 2700 and 3200 meters?

• Heno colgante

• Madroño

• Soyate

• Pino ayacahuite

What role do fungi play in the ecosystem of the Sierra?

• They act as primary producers

• They function as secondary roots for trees

• They provide shelter for animals

• They produce oxygen

Which plant is endemic to Mexico and found at higher altitudes in the Sierra?

• Encinos

• Misma haga

• Pino ayacahuite

• Soyate

Which animal is NOT mentioned as inhabiting the Sierra de Tlaxco?

• Gato montés

• Coyote

• Jaguar

• Codorniz de Moctezuma

Why is the conservation of the Sierra de Tlaxco important?

• To increase agricultural land

• To build more infrastructure

• To maintain natural conditions and protect species

• To promote tourism

Which of the following is a threat to the inhabitants of the Sierra de Tlaxco?

• Climate change

• Deforestation

• All of the above

• Overpopulation