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Phthonoloba stigmatephora Prout

Steirophora stigmatephora Prout, 1932 c: 73.

Phthonoloba stigmalephora [sic] Prout; Holloway, 1976: 72.

Diagnosis

This species is larger than bracteola, much more heavily fasciated with dark brown, but usually with conspicuous pale bands of rather satiny, bone-coloured scales.

Taxonomic Notes

This and the next two species comprise the section of the genus endemic to Borneo mentioned in the generic description.

Geographical Range

Borneo.

Habitat Preference

Like the previous species, this is only known from G. Kinabalu where it is rare from 1930m to 2600m.

Genitalia:

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Species (4)


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