Research GradeBlack Spiny-tailed Iguana
Ctenosaura similis

A cave cenote inside the Cenotes Santa Bárbara Ecotourism Complex. Its vault is about 26 m long, with roughly 10 m between the water and ceiling and a depth of around 18 m. Stairs descend beneath a poplar tree. It is part of a four-cenote complex with Cascabel, Chacsinkín, Xooch’ and Pool Cocom.
Cascabel is Spanish for a small bell and is also used in the name for a rattlesnake.
Life jackets are mandatory. Sunscreen, insect repellent and body cream are prohibited before entering.
Cascabel is in the municipality of Homún. Use the map to understand the area and open directions to navigate.
Public iNaturalist observations within a 1 km radius.
The number of records also reflects observation effort. These data do not by themselves represent a complete inventory, water quality or the ecological health of the cenote.
How we interpret these data →
Research GradeCtenosaura similis
Research GradeAnthurium schlechtendalii
Needs ID
Research GradeCoragyps atratus
Community data obtained from iNaturalist. Identifications may change with new community contributions. Sensitive locations are shown approximately.
Last updated: August 3, 2026
Life jackets are mandatory. Sunscreen, insect repellent and body cream are prohibited before entering.
Prepare your visit →Send the correct information and, when possible, a photograph or link that helps us review it.
Report a change →