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VOL. 8, ISSUE 12 (2023)
A Review on Butterfly Diversity and Distribution in Andhra Pradesh
Authors
D Veera Nagendra Kumar, C Venkata Krishnaiah, U Srineetha, P Sachi Devi, M Rama Mohan
Abstract
This study aims to provide a comprehensive review of the existing
literature on butterfly diversity, distribution, and composition in different
regions of Andhra Pradesh. This includes forests, and sanctuaries and protected
areas within the state. The review highlights the ecological significance of
butterflies as pollinators and pests, and explores the potential use of
butterflies as bioindicators to assess the effectiveness of protected areas in
biodiversity conservation. Various parameters have been utilized by researchers
to assess the composition and species richness of different butterfly families.
These parameters range from categorizing species as very common, common, rare,
or very rare, to employing statistical measures such as the evenness index and
other ecological indicators. Through this review, it becomes evident that the
Nymphalidae family stands out as the most dominant, with a large number of
individuals, while the Lycaenidae family exhibits relatively fewer individuals.
The occurrence of other butterfly families varies moderately across different
regions of Andhra Pradesh. The findings from the literature review emphasize
the importance of each butterfly family in upholding the biodiversity of
ecosystems. Consequently, effective conservation planning is necessary to
safeguard not only the butterflies themselves but also their host plants and
nectar food sources. Furthermore, the review aims to assess the current
biodiversity status of butterflies in Andhra Pradesh state, including the
protected areas located within its vicinity.
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Pages:43-47
How to cite this article:
D Veera Nagendra Kumar, C Venkata Krishnaiah, U Srineetha, P Sachi Devi, M Rama Mohan "A Review on Butterfly Diversity and Distribution in Andhra Pradesh". International Journal of Entomology Research, Vol 8, Issue 12, 2023, Pages 43-47
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