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VOL. 10, ISSUE 7 (2025)
Butterfly diversity in agriculture zones of Malshiras Tehsil, Maharashtra State, India
Authors
Ashwini Hanumant Babar, Sudh Bansode
Abstract
Butterflies serve as sensitive bioindicators of habitat quality and
environmental change due to their close association with vegetation structure
and microclimatic conditions. The present study assessed butterfly diversity in
agricultural landscapes of Malshiras Tehsil, Solapur District, Maharashtra. A
total of 32 species belonging to four families were recorded, with Nymphalidae
emerging as the most dominant group. Seasonal variations in diversity and
abundance were prominent, with peak richness observed during the monsoon and
early winter months and a noticeable decline during summer, likely due to
reduced moisture and floral availability. Species richness correlated
positively with habitat heterogeneity and green cover, highlighting the role of
vegetative diversity in sustaining butterfly populations. The findings are
consistent with earlier studies conducted in similar agro-ecological regions of
India and underscore the ecological value of maintaining habitat complexity
within agricultural zones for pollinator conservation.
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Pages:133-136
How to cite this article:
Ashwini Hanumant Babar, Sudh Bansode "Butterfly diversity in agriculture zones of Malshiras Tehsil, Maharashtra State, India". International Journal of Entomology Research, Vol 10, Issue 7, 2025, Pages 133-136
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