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very little in the insect way in the forest itself, though near it I captured a large and 

 beautiful Trochiliuru, which must, I think, be quite new to Science, and some fine 

 specimens of Danais Chrysippus.'' 



Mr. White observed that no doubt the snapping sound alluded to was similar to 

 that produced by the Ageronae. 



Mr. Waterhonse read a paper entitled " Notes on the British species of Hetero- 

 cerus.'' 



The President announced that the Council had resolved that all Members and 

 Subscribers, whether residents in London or otherwise, shall in future be entitled to 

 receive the Transactions of the Society gratuitously. 



March 7, 1859. 



Dr. Gkay, President, in the Chair. 



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