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VOL. 9, ISSUE 2 (2024)
An investigation of the diversity and abundance of the butterfly (Insecta: Lepidoptera) species in Birati town of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal
Authors
Saurav Shome
Abstract
The present study highlights the diversity and
abundance of butterfly fauna in Birati town, located in the North 24 Parganas
district of West Bengal. During this one-year study [from January
2022 to December 2022], a total of 54 butterfly species, distributed
across 15 subfamilies and 5 families, were documented in the town. Notably, the
Nymphalidae family dominated among the five butterfly families, comprising 20
species, followed by Lycaenidae, Pieridae, and others. This study is the first
recorded documentation of the available species of butterflies and their
abundance in Birati town. The findings of this investigation suggest that
despite being a densely populated urban area, the town hosts a diverse
butterfly fauna, underscoring the importance of sincere monitoring and
conservation efforts.
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Pages:34-39
How to cite this article:
Saurav Shome "An investigation of the diversity and abundance of the butterfly (Insecta: Lepidoptera) species in Birati town of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal". International Journal of Entomology Research, Vol 9, Issue 2, 2024, Pages 34-39
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