Ecoscout

Butterflies are the most beautiful creatures for nature. Known for its glittering wings. Almost all are attracted to these colourful beings. There about 1700 species of butterflies in the world. About 15% are endemic to India.Butterfly species play a significant role in the food chain as they are food for lizards, birds and other creatures.The warning bells are ringing. India’s butterfly population is dwindling fast. Thanks to industries, butterflies are almost extinct and exotic species like the copper butterflies, swallowtail, and Malabar are in danger. Less than thousand remain at least a hundred species are on the brink of extinction. Fall in population of butterflies means a decrease in number of their predators. Here I would share the experience of flying with butterflies along with my friends. A beyond awesome weekend spent visiting Belvai and Moodbidri in Karnataka. It was excited visit to the butterfly park. Roaming in a park filled with elegant flowers and butter...