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VOL. 9, ISSUE 8 (2024)
Report on insect visitors on dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) flower in cold desert at Kargil, Ladakh, India
Authors
Ahsan Ali, Neelima R Kumar, Umesh Bharti, Sabir Hussain
Abstract
The dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) is an herbaceous
plant that emerges in early spring, following the winter season. These plants
are commonly found in diverse fields. Upon entering the anthesis stage, these
flowers attract numerous insects seeking nectar and pollen. During field
investigations, conducted in the Kargil district of Ladakh, India, it was
observed that the primary visitors to dandelion flowers included butterflies,
with a recorded count of 12 species, followed by hymenopterans with 7 species,
dipterans with 4 species, and a single species of Coleoptera. This herb is very
more important both for humans and other animals in the ecosystem. However, due
to lack of knowledge about its significance, people often regard it as weed.
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Pages:55-59
How to cite this article:
Ahsan Ali, Neelima R Kumar, Umesh Bharti, Sabir Hussain "Report on insect visitors on dandelion (<i>Taraxacum officinale</i>) flower in cold desert at Kargil, Ladakh, India". International Journal of Entomology Research, Vol 9, Issue 8, 2024, Pages 55-59
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