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Assam's Dihing Patkai Trail Records 165 Butterfly Species, 37 Endangered
✍️ India Today NE
🗓 25 Aug 2026, 03:17 PM
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A biodiversity survey on the Dihing Patkai trail in Assam has identified 165 butterfly species, of which 37 are classified as endangered, the state chief minister said.
The Dihing Patkai Biodiversity Trail in Assam has been the focus of a recent survey that catalogued a total of 165 butterfly species. Among these, 37 species are listed as endangered, highlighting the region's rich yet vulnerable lepidopteran diversity. The findings were disclosed by the Chief Minister of Assam, underscoring the ecological importance of the trail and the need for continued conservation efforts.
Environmental experts note that such a concentration of both common and threatened butterfly species is rare in a single corridor, making the Dihing Patkai area a critical habitat for biodiversity. The data will aid state authorities in formulating targeted protection measures and in monitoring the health of these insect populations.
The survey aligns with broader initiatives to document and safeguard Assam's natural heritage, especially as habitat loss and climate change pose increasing risks. Officials plan to use the results to promote eco‑tourism and community involvement in preserving the trail's unique ecosystem.
Environmental experts note that such a concentration of both common and threatened butterfly species is rare in a single corridor, making the Dihing Patkai area a critical habitat for biodiversity. The data will aid state authorities in formulating targeted protection measures and in monitoring the health of these insect populations.
The survey aligns with broader initiatives to document and safeguard Assam's natural heritage, especially as habitat loss and climate change pose increasing risks. Officials plan to use the results to promote eco‑tourism and community involvement in preserving the trail's unique ecosystem.