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Two specimens of Mimaci'aea inarshalli, and two specimens 

 of its model, Limnas chiysippus, taken on the same day 

 (April 9) ; for the Mimicry Series. 



Twenty-four butterflies, with wings notched, probably as 

 a result of the attacks of enemies. 



A series of 14 bred specimens of Precis scsamtis (one being 

 the octavia form), subjected to various conditions of moisture 

 and heat during the pupal period. Precise and accurate data 

 accompany the specimens, which constitute a solid mass of 

 evidence on which to build lasting conclusions as to the 

 manner in which this, the most wonderful seasonal change 

 hitherto recorded, is brought about. 



Five bred specimens of Precis archesia (3) and P. pelasgis 

 (2), two other deeply interesting seasonal forms allied to the 

 above. One of the specimens of P. arcJicsia had been sub- 

 jected to moist heat in the pupal stage. The dates of all the 

 stages are recorded in the case of the two specimens of 

 P. pelasgis. 



Three female specimens of Teracolus achine, and the 7 

 offspring reared from their eggs, some under normal con- 

 ditions, others in moist heat ; four females of Teracolus 

 ovipJiale and their 14 offspring similarly treated. Most accu- 

 rate data are given, and in this case also enable firm conclusions 

 to be reached upon the much discussed seasonal changes of the 

 Teraeoli. 



Professor R. Meldola, F.R.S., presented 225 insects of 

 various Orders, chiefly Lepidoptera, and Mrs. Meldola 3 

 moths, from Switzerland (1899). Professor Meldola also 

 presented 19 Lepidoptera from Cape Gris Nez. The data 

 accompanying all these specimens are extremely full and 

 precise. 



Twelve fine Coleoptera {Dynastidae and Liicanidae) from 

 Darjiling, were presented by Henry Ward, Esq. 



Fifty-one butterflies and one moth were presented by Mark 

 L. Sykes, Esq., including a very useful set of specimens from 

 the Gabun River, and valuable specimens from a variety of 

 localities, many of which arc specially wanted for the Mimicry 

 Series, others for the General Collection. 



