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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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Moths of Zihuatanejo
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Blush Conchylodes Moth
Conchylodes salamisalis
Blush Conchylodes Moth
(Conchylodes salamisalis) is a species of moth in the family Crambidae. Conchylodes salamisalis is primarily nocturnal, flying and feeding at night. It is often attracted to artificial lights. During the day, it rests in concealed locations, such as among vegetation or under leaves, relying on its cryptic coloration for camouflage.

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