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References
- ↑ Pitkin, Brian & Jenkins, Paul (November 5, 2004). "Zigira Walker, 1865". Butterflies and Moths of the World. Natural History Museum, London . Retrieved October 12, 2020.
- ↑ Savela, Markku (ed.). "Zigira quadrata Walker, [1865]". Lepidoptera and Some Other Life Forms. Retrieved February 8, 2018.
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