Saiden Community Forest in Ri-Bhoi district of Meghalaya has emerged as an important biodiversity hotspot, with a study recording 15 species of swallowtail butterflies (family Papilionidae), including several legally protected species. The findings highlight the ecological richness of the region.
Despite signs of disturbance, the forest continues to support a stable butterfly population, demonstrating the effectiveness of community-led conservation. The study reinforces the role of community-managed forests as vital refuges for wildlife and underscores the need to protect these ecologically sensitive landscapes.
APSC Relevance: Important for biodiversity conservation, community forest management and Northeast ecology.
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