A Study on Butterfly Diversity of Tingkhong College Campus, Dibrugarh, Assam, India

Aim: Popularly known as living jewels, butterflies are very delicate, elusive, amiable creatures in the world. They are considered to be one of the good pollution indicators. The present study on butterfly diversity aims to illuminate the richness and diversity of the Tingkhong College campus in the Dibrugarh district of Assam. Materials and Methods: A continuous survey was undertaken during three successive months i.e. June, July, August and September of 2023 in early morning (9.00-11.00 am); especially during college hours. Results: The present study recorded 33 species belonging to five lepidopteran families. The Nymphalidae family was found to be the most dominant family with 13 number of species, followed by Papilionidae (7 species), Lycaenidae (6 species), Pieridae (4 species) and Hesperiidae with 3 species. Conclusion: The results somehow depict the rich biodiversity and the pollution-free campus of the college. Further, it will help to conserve these beautiful creatures in their natural habitat.