Opula sp. 3;  Plate 6

Taxonomy

Sabah, Kalabakan. This series is included with Mellea in the NHM (Mi7407).

Description

45mm. A reddish brown species with a distinctive fasciation, and an overall reticulated patterning. The FW has a median fascia and a complex postmedian fascia with a hooked shape in darker brown. The costal part of the FW apex is more orange. The HW has a narrow median band and a slightly wider postmedian fascia in darker brown.

Distribution & Habitat

Sabah, Brunei. Lowland.

Life History & Pest Status

No information

Similar spp.

Very similar patterning to the much smaller Opula sp. 1.