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Parolulis murudensis Prout

Olulis murudensis Prout, 1926, Sarawak Mus. J., 3: 237.

Diagnosis

The species is slightly larger and a stronger yellow than absimilis, with a dark lunule associated subdorsally with the forewing postmedial.

Taxonomic note

This species was placed in Parolulis by Poole (1989) without comment, though retained in Olulis in the BMNH arrangement. The facies and characteristics of the female genitalia are consistent with Poole’s placement, therefore it is maintained.

Geographical range

Borneo.

Habitat preference

Only three specimens have been seen, two from Sarawak: the holotype female from G. Murud, and a female from upper montane forest at 1790m on G. Mulu. The third is from 1620m on G. Kinabalu.

Genitalia:

Related species:

Species (3)


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