PLUSIA ERIOSOMA.

This is the fourth species described here of the large

genus Plusia. It is a much brighter golden-brown

colour than the last described specimen, measuring about

one and a half inches across the wings. The fore-wings

are golden-brown, having two distinct gold spots about

the centre. The hind are of the same tint as the fore-wings,

darker at the margin, and shading off lighter

towards the base. It is found in India, but is not a

European species.

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