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Insects 44 - Systematic Listing

(27 speciess + 17 forms with special treatment that are not considered at the species level)

Number of records: 45

Last update: 03/10/2026 23:40:26

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Mexico

General Information

México is a country located in the southeast of North America, bordered to the north by the United States, to the south and southeast by Guatemala and Belize, and to the west and southwest by the Pacific Ocean. To the east, the country has a coastline on the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean Sea. The geography of México is very diverse, with a wide range of ecoregions and environments, from deserts and mountains to forests and coastlines. The country has a large number of protected natural areas, such as national parks, biosphere reserves, and areas for the protection of flora and fauna.

The geographical location of México allows it to have a wide range of climates, from the warm and humid climate of the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean Sea coasts, to the dry and warm climate of the northern deserts. The western and eastern sierra madres are two of the most important mountain ranges in the country, and offer a wide range of landscapes and ecosystems. The Yucatán Peninsula is a unique region, with characteristic geology and vegetation. The most important rivers in México are the Bravo River, the Grande River, the Usumacinta River, and the Grijalva River, which offer a wide range of aquatic habitats.

To access México, there are several transportation options, including international flights to the airports of Mexico City, Cancún, Guadalajara, and Monterrey, among others. It is also possible to arrive by land, through the borders with the United States, Guatemala, and Belize. Once inside the country, there is a network of roads and highways that connect the main cities and regions. The roads and trails in natural areas can be more difficult to navigate, and it is recommended to hire a guide or use specialized transportation services. It is essential to check the schedules and weather conditions before embarking on a trip, as they can vary depending on the region and time of year.

In terms of infrastructure and services, México has a wide range of options, from hotels and restaurants to shops and markets. In natural areas, it is possible to find basic services, such as accommodation and food, in nearby towns and communities. However, it is essential to plan ahead and verify the availability of services in the region to be visited. It is recommended to obtain the necessary permits and authorizations to access protected natural areas, and to respect the regulations and restrictions established to protect the environment.

The geography and climate of México offer a wide range of opportunities to observe nature, from birdwatching and mammal observation to the exploration of aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems. The diversity of landscapes and ecosystems in the country makes it an attractive destination for those who seek to experience the natural richness of the region. It is essential to plan ahead and respect the environment and local communities to ensure a safe and enriching experience.



Compilation and publication: EcoRegistros – 20/07/2026











  Order Family English Common Name Spanish Common Name Portuguese Common Name Scientific Name Belonging Conservation status Notes
1OdonataAeshnidaeZurcidora de JalapaRhionaeschna jalapensisNot listed
  
2CoenagrionidaeEnallagma sp.Not listed
  
3Black-fronted ForktailCaballito Pigmeo VerdeIschnura denticollisNot listed
  
4LibellulidaeFlame SkimmerRayadora FlameadaLibellula saturataNot listed
  
5Cardinal MeadowhawkRayadora CardenalSympetrum illotumNative
  
6ColeopteraChrysomelidaeCottonwood Leaf BeetleEscarabajo De Las Hojas Del ÁlamoChrysomela scriptaNot listed
  
7CurculionidaeFuller´s Rose WeevilNaupactus cervinusNot listed
  
8Peltophorus polymitusNot listed
  
9ScarabaeidaeMayate de la CalabazaEuphoria basalisNot listed
  
10LepidopteraCrambidaePalpita sp.Not listed
  
11GelechiidaeDichomeris sp.Not listed
  
12HesperiidaeDorantes LongtailColudo Manchas DoradasCecropterus dorantesNative
  
13Mexican Umber SkipperSaltarina De La Sombra MexicanaLon vitellinaNative
  
14LycaenidaeMarine BlueAzul MarinaLeptotes marinaNot listed
  
15NoctuidaeBilobed Looper MothMegalographa bilobaNot listed
  
16NolidaeNolidae sp.Not listed
  
17NymphalidaeJuno OscuraDione junoNot listed
  
18MonetaDione monetaNative
  
19Camberwell BeautyVelo de DueloAntiopaNymphalis antiopaNot listed
  
20American Painted LadyVanesa AmericanaBela-dama-americanaVanessa virginiensisNot listed
  
21PapilionidaeMagnificent SwallowtailMariposa Cometa QuexquémetlPapilio garamasNative
  
22Mariposa Cometa XochiquetzalPapilio multicaudataNative
  
23PieridaeMountain WhiteMariposa Blanca del MastuerzoLeptophobia aripaNot listed
  
24Dainty SulphurMariposa NataliaNathalis ioleNot listed
  
25MorningMañanitaPhoebis phileaNot listed
  
26Cloudless SulphurFeboPhoebis sennaeNot listed
  
27OrthopteraAcrididaeMelanoplus sp.Not listed
  
28HemipteraCercopidaeProsapia igniferaNative
  
29PentatomidaeEuschistus sp.Not listed
  
30Padaeus trivittatusNot listed
  
31DipteraBombyliidaeCyananthrax cyanopteraNative
  
32CalliphoridaeCalliphoridae sp.Not listed
  
33Chrysomya sp.Not listed
  
34Lucilia sp.Not listed
  
35DolichopodidaeCondylostylus sp.Not listed
  
36PsychodidaeDrain flyMosca de la Humedad Clogmia albipunctataNot listed
  
37RhinophoridaeRhinophoridae sp.Not listed
  
38SarcophagidaeSarcophaga sp.Not listed
  
39Sarcophagidae sp.Not listed
  
40SyrphidaePalpada sp.Not listed
  
41HymenopteraApidaeAbeja CarpinteraXylocopa sp.Not listed
  
42Abejorro CarpinteroXylocopa tabaniformisNot listed
  
43PompilidaeTarantula Hawk WaspMatacaballosVespa-caçadora-de-caranguejeirasPepsis sp.Not listed
  
44ScoliidaeXanthocampsomeris sp.Not listed
  
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