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More than 1800 species of the wild flora and fauna photographed in Zihuatanejo, Mexico and the surrounding area.
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Butterflies of Zihuatanejo
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Dorantes Longtail
Thorybes dorantes
The Dorantes Longtail (Thorybes dorantes) is a species of butterfly in the Hesperiidae family, known for its distinctive long tails on the hindwings and its rapid, darting flight. It is widely distributed in the Americas, ranging from the southern United States to South America. Adults feed on nectar from a variety of flowers, including lantana, bougainvillea, and other brightly colored blooms.

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