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VOL. 10, ISSUE 3 (2025)
Study of some butterflies of in and around Kelwa Beach, Palghar, Maharashtra, India
Authors
Pratik P Chavan, Tapaswini D Vaidya
Abstract
Butterflies are ecologically important insects that serve as
pollinators, prey species, and bioindicators of environmental health. The
present study was carried out in and around Kelwa Beach, Palghar District,
Maharashtra, India, between June 2023 and November 2024, with the objective of
documenting butterfly occurrence and diversity across pre-monsoon, monsoon, and
post-monsoon seasons. Field observations were made using DSLR and mobile
cameras, and no specimens were captured or harmed during the survey. A
preliminary checklist of butterflies was prepared, representing multiple
families including Papilionidae, Pieridae, Nymphalidae, Lycaenidae, and
Hesperiidae. Seasonal variation in species richness was observed, with monsoon
and post-monsoon months showing relatively higher diversity, likely due to the
availability of larval host plants and nectar resources. The study highlights
the ecological significance of the Kelwa coastal ecosystem in supporting
butterfly populations despite increasing anthropogenic pressures. This baseline
information can serve as a foundation for future biodiversity assessments and
conservation strategies aimed at protecting butterfly diversity in Palghar
region.
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Pages:75-80
How to cite this article:
Pratik P Chavan, Tapaswini D Vaidya "Study of some butterflies of in and around Kelwa Beach, Palghar, Maharashtra, India". International Journal of Entomology Research, Vol 10, Issue 3, 2025, Pages 75-80
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