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More than 1700 species of the wild flora and fauna of Zihuatanejo.
All photographs were taken in Zihuatanejo, Mexico, and the surrounding area.
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Butterflies of Zihuatanejo
SUPERFAMILY PAPILIONOIDEA
Acacia Skipper
Cogia hippalus
The Acacia Skipper (Cogia hippalus) is a species of skipper butterfly in the family Hesperiidae, known for its association with acacia plants as its primary host. Like other skippers, Cogia hippalus has distinctive hooked antennae, which is a characteristic feature of the Hesperiidae family.
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