Gnophodes Grogani,
sp. n. Allied to G. parmeno, Doubl. & Hewits., [
Gnophodes parmeno Doubleday, (1849)] but at once distinguished by the large dark brand on the primaries. Primaries. Ground-colour rich brown, with a distinct transverse band of dull ochreous yellow near the apical area; this band broadest on the costal margin and gradually diminishing along the hind margin; a large dark brown brand above the sub-median nervure, extending into the cell. The outline of the wings is more rounded than in
G. parmeno, especially as regards the primaries. Secondaries. Entirely rich brown, with a pale fulvous line indicated along the hind margin. Underside. Very similar to that of
G. parmeno, but with the whole aspect of the primaries darker, the lighter bands having a faint shading of mauve; the small spots near the apex yellow. Secondaries. Much duller than in
G. parmeno, the characteristic streak along the costal margin darker; the hindmarginal row of spots yellow instead of white; a distinct shading of mauve apparent on the inner margin. Expanse 2°9 inches. Hab. Mushari, 8000 feet. June ==References==