Burmeia
Burmeia leesi is a moth in the family Epicopeiidae. It is found in Burma.
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| Genus: | Burmeia Minet, 2002 |
| Species: | B. leesi |
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| Burmeia leesi Minet, 2002 | |
The wingspan is about 28.5 mm for males and 31.5 mm for females. The forewings are dark brown to blackish, with five white areas. The hindwings are white with a dark brown terminal band, with four submarginal white spots. It is probably a day-flying species.
Etymology
The genus name refers to the country where the type-species occurs. The species is named after Dr. David C. Lees (BMNH).[1]
References
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