Kaziranga Park Recognized for Butterfly Diversity

Kaziranga National Park has gained recognition for hosting 446 butterfly species, making it the second-highest concentration in India, following Namdapha National Park. This achievement is largely attributed to Dr. Monsoon Jyoti Gogoi, who has been researching the park's butterflies since 2007 and recently launched a pictorial guidebook documenting these species. Among the 446 species, 18 are new records for India, including notable ones like the Burmese Threering and Glassy Cerulean. The first-ever Butterfly Conservation Meet-2024 was held from September 27 to 29, bringing together around 40 enthusiasts and experts to discuss butterfly conservation and the ecological significance of these findings. The event highlighted the need for ongoing efforts to promote biodiversity in a region known primarily for its one-horned rhinos. Kaziranga's butterfly diversity is particularly impressive due to its geographical location outside the typical biodiversity hotspots of the Himalayan and Patkai ranges.