Crucidava annulifera sp. n.
8-9mm. See the generic description. The venation of the forewing, discal
markings and genitalic characters distinguish the species from Pseudomodesa
fuscidisca, perhaps the closest in appearance.
Holotype . SARAWAK:
Gunung Mulu Nat. Park, R.G.S. Exped. 1977-8 (J.D. Holloway et al.) Site
25, April, G. Api, 900m. 427550, lower montane forest.
Paratypes: 5 as
holotype, BM drepanid slide 2102.
Geographical range. Borneo, ?Peninsular Malaysia (FRIM colln).
Habitat preference. All material is taken in lower montane forest at
900m on limestone.
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