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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
Pale-spotted Leafwing
Memphis pithyusa
The Pale-spotted Leafwing, Memphis pithyusa, is a unique butterfly from the Nymphalidae family. Known for its leaf-mimicking camouflage. The outer (underside) of the wings closely resembles a dead leaf, with brown tones and subtle, pale spotting, allowing it to mimic dried leaves when wings are closed.
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