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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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Silverfishes of Zihuatanejo
FAMILY LEPISMATIDAE
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Silverfishes (Order Zygentoma)
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Typical Silverfishes (Family Lepismatidae)
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Genus Ctenolepisma
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Long-tailed Silverfish (Ctenolepisma longicaudatum)
The silverfish lives in cracks and crevices in all areas of homes from basement to attic: closets, storage areas, kitchens, garages, etc.; hides during day, and avoids light. Not typically found outdoors. Feeds on paper of high chemical pulp content such as onion skin, cleansing tissue, cellophane; wheat flour and beef extract, especially when used as a paste on paper; starched clothing and dry foods.
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