Nepal begins a nationwide butterfly count
Summary
Nepal has launched a month-long nationwide butterfly count, sending more than 100 volunteers to 25 locations to document species, estimate populations and map habitats. Researchers say the survey will help fill major data gaps on butterfly diversity while also offering clues to ecosystem health and climate change.
Key Points
- More than 100 volunteers are taking part in Nepal’s month-long ‘Big Butterfly Count’ across 25 locations from September 1 to 30.
- The campaign is organised by Butterfly Watchers Nepal and Greenalaya Nepal, and this is the fourth nationwide count.
- Volunteers are photographing butterflies and uploading records to iNaturalist for expert verification and analysis.
- Researchers say butterflies are important indicators of ecosystem health, and the survey aims to improve data for conservation planning.
