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Butterflies of Zihuatanejo

SUPERFAMILY PAPILIONOIDEA

Saturnus Skipper

Callimormus saturnus

Callimormus saturnus, commonly known as the Saturnus Skipper, is a small-sized skipper butterfly in the family Hesperiidae. The wings are generally dark brown to black, marked with pale or translucent spots, especially on the forewings. These markings can vary but often form a somewhat scattered pattern rather than a continuous band. The underside is usually lighter brown with subtle patterning, helping the butterfly blend into its surroundings when at rest. This species occurs in Mexico and Central America, where it inhabits tropical forests, woodland edges, and shaded clearings. Adults are often seen perching on leaves or flying quickly along forest paths, occasionally visiting flowers or feeding on moisture from soil and organic matter.

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