OXYA VELOX, 5 
eggs laid by the mature insects found in July-August. No 
data are available as tc what becomes of these young insects 
during the cold weather months or as to when they mature. 
In October 1893 fully mature specimens of this pest were 
very prevalent in the Peshawar District and neighbouring 
hills, proving that the life history in the colder parts of India 
will vary from that of the pest living in the warmer areas. It 
is probable that the insect will be found to have but one gene- 
ration in the year in the former case, whereas two, if not more, 
may be the rule in the latter, 
Localities from which reported. 
This insect is generally found in company with Zryxatis 
nasuta in India, and is to be found all over the country in the 
areas given for that insect, In addition, it has been reported 
from the Khasi and Jaintia Hills; Assam, and the Peshawar 
District and neighbouring hills 
Relations to the Forest. 
Oxya velox was reported in company with T. masuta as 
cutting down and feeding upon young blue pine (Pzuus excelsa) 
and bamboo seedlings in sowings made in the Kangra Valley. 
Protection and Remedies. 
The same as given for Zryxalts nasuta. 
Points-in the life history requiring further observation. 
1. When and where the eggs are laid. 
2. The length of time spent in the wingless stage. 
3. Length of time spent in the perfect or winged con- 
dition. 
4. The number of generations passed through in the 
year— 3 
(a) in the warmer parts of the country. 
(4) in the colder do. do, 
5. Where and how the insect passes through the winter 
and in which stage. 
