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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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Dragonflies of Zihuatanejo
ANISOPTERA ZYGOPTERA
Mexican Amberwing
Perithemis intensa
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Dragonflies and Damselflies (Order Odonata)
The Mexican Amberwing (Perithemis intensa) is a dragonfly in the family Libellulidae. Known for its golden-hued wings and dainty flight, this species is commonly found near water bodies in warm regions of the Americas. Bright amber or golden wings, giving the species its common name. The thorax and abdomen are a reddish-brown or rusty orange color, often with a metallic sheen.
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