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More than 1800 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
Gilbert's Flasher
Telegonus alector
The name "flasher" comes from the butterfly's behavior, where it rapidly opens and closes its wings, creating a dazzling display of iridescence. This is likely a defensive mechanism, as the flashing of the wings can startle predators or serve to confuse them.
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