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VOL. 11, ISSUE 2 (2026)
Preliminary study of insect diversity at Nilachal Hill, Kamrup (M) Assam, India
Authors
Bishaka Paul, Mallika Gogoi
Abstract
To document the insect diversity at Nilachal
hill a study was conducted at Nilachal hill during January to June
2025.Observation was carried out primarily during the early morning hours
(around 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.) when insect activity is at its peak. A
combination of methods was employed to collect specimens. Insects were
photographed on spot using a mobile camera to aid in later identification and
record-keeping. Identification of the collected insects was carried out with
the help of relevant literature, online databases, and reference articles. A
total of 45 insect species from 25 families and 8 orders were documented.
Lepidoptera was the most dominant order, followed by Coleoptera, Hemiptera, and
Hymenoptera, while Orthoptera, Odonata, Neuroptera, and Diptera were less
represented. The findings underscore the ecological richness of Nilachal Hills
and highlight the importance of documenting insect fauna for understanding
ecosystem health, conservation planning, and regional biodiversity management,
informing conservation strategies to preserve regional biodiversity.
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Pages:445-448
How to cite this article:
Bishaka Paul, Mallika Gogoi "Preliminary study of insect diversity at Nilachal Hill, Kamrup (M) Assam, India". International Journal of Entomology Research, Vol 11, Issue 2, 2026, Pages 445-448
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