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My Best Butterfly Moment 2019
Bhanu Mathi
My most memorable moment for the year 2019 was launch of my book
`Butterflies of Agasty' on 24th September 2019 at the Agastya
International Foundation's Gudivankka campus, Chittore, Andhra
Pradesh The book was part of my 15 months documentation project in
the 172 acre Agastya campus . The documentation was purely a
voluntary work and later presented my work in the form of a book to the
rural school children. This was possible due to the encouragement and
support of Agasty team. This colourful hand guide book will help
teachers and students to create awareness on butterflies, understand
the life history and their role in nature.
Following the launch next memorable moment a return gift from the
butterfly community was my first sighting (lifer) of Lilac silverline
(Apharitis lilacinus) in the Agastya campus. This butterfly was not seen
during my entire project period and also during subsequent visits. I am
happy to record this species in the campus for the first time for Chittore
district and Andhra Pradesh State. This is indeed a historical record and
appreciated by experts from the scientific community.
This year I could not make many field visits around Tamil Nadu forests
and wilderness locations. However, Palni Fritillary in Bodimettu is my
lifer and a memorable one.
CV Nishanth
Dear Friends !
It was a difficult task to select my
best butterfly moment of 2019 as
all the moments were wonderful. Added many lifers and rarities to my
kitty. Thanks to all the members for their wonderful support and
guidance.
PATTAMPOOCHI
A TNBS MAGAZINE
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