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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
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Boisduval's Yellow
Abaeis boisduvaliana
Abaeis boisduvaliana (Boisduval's Yellow) is a butterfly species found in Central America (Costa Rica and up through Mexico). Its range is primarily in Mexico. Boisduval's Yellow has a striking yellow, black colouration when open. The habitat consists of subtropical forests and forest edges, scrubs, roadsides and pastures. Adults feed on flower nectar.
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