yi PEEFACE. 



and in the Lepidoptera, Priamus, and its allies, (the most magnificent of all the 

 butterflies, Ornithopterus,) and the delicate Ideas, are especially to be noticed, as well 

 as several species of the curious Dipterous genus Diopsis. 



We are still, however, far from having attained a perfect idea of the Entomo- 

 logical treasures of India, every new arrival making us acquainted with new and 

 beautiful species. 



