ORGANIZED BY

NAMDAPHA
BUTTERFLY
MEET 2022
 ORGANIZED BY

WITH SUPPORT FROM

AND
Sunday Monday Tuesday

O C TO B E R 2 0 2 2
Namdapha National Park & Tiger Reserve
Miao, Changlang District
Arunachal Pradesh

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 A S P E C I A L 3 - D AY E V E N T

Focusing on creating awareness and educating people about

environment and its conservation through butterflies
With a rich diversity of flora and fauna, Namdapha is a heaven for
butterfly enthusiasts. Only around 25% have been explored till now
in the lower elevation, exploration into core areas will definitely
bring out many more species in days to come.
NAMDAPHA
BUTTERFLY MEET
SINCE 2018

Namdapha is combination of Two Singpho words, “Nam " & “Dapha” which
means “forest” and “the origin” respectively. The park, which has an area of
around 1985 Sq Km, was declared in 1983 and designated as the country’s
Fifteenth tiger reserve in the same year.

The largest protected region within the Eastern Himalayan biodiversity hotspot,
Namdapha National Park in Arunachal Pradesh, is a "dream destination for
butterfly enthusiasts."

The Namdapha Butterfly Meet has added a new dimension to tourism in eastern
Arunachal Pradesh. The national park is renowned for being the only park in India
to hold all four big cat species—leopard, tiger, clouded leopard, and snow leopard.

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OUR AIM
Ø The aim of the appeal is to generate awareness among the locals about the
function and significance of butterflies in the environment.

Ø To investigate various locations of Namdapha National Park and locate the

numerous and diversified hotspots for butterflies.

Ø Allowing the participants from all over India to interact with the local tour
operators so they can explore potential future eco-tourism opportunities based
on Namdapha.

Ø To give newcomers who want to work in wildlife conservation a basic

understanding of how to use technical tools for related activities.

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 THE PURPOSE BEHIND…
A healthy habitat and ecosystem are naturally indicated by the presence of butterflies.
They point to numerous other invertebrates, which make up more than two thirds of all
species. Together, they offer a variety of environmental advantages, including as natural
pest control and pollination.
 Reaching up to
A total of
50,000+
421 butterfly
people
species through online & media coverage
Have been documented till
now by the team SEED and More than
the Namdapha Butterfly Meet
participants over the last few
years. 300
participants
from across India & abroad
attended till date.

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 The idea of organising Namdapha Butterfly Meet was conceived during
2018 under the able guidance of the Field Director of Namdapha Tiger

STORY
Project .The continuous support of the local MLA Sri. Kamlung Mosang and
M/s Dapha Valley Tours & Travels of Miao, have been a catalyst to initiate
the event and its sustainability till date.

TILL DATE
The main goal of the event is to draw participants different states of India, so
that they interact with the locals & students, educate them on the value of
butterflies and help them learn more about Namdapha's rich ecology. Above
all, to update the checklist of the butterflies of Namdapha.

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NAMDAPHA
BUTTERFLY MEET
A Forum for Innovation

Motivated by deep reverence and urgent concern for the natural

world, with a shared belief that through collaboration and
commitment, we can address the critical and collective challenges
humanity is facing in the coming decades.
The event drew people from all over the country, which is a sign of
success. With such widespread participation, the goal of informing
people about Namdapha's diverse ecosystem was accomplished.
Because of the positive outcome of the first ever meeting, people
working in the butterfly industry in India are now more interested in
Namdapha. More locals and local entrepreneurs must be
encouraged to participate in the coming months so that they can
learn about earning a living through eco-tourism.

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NAMDAPHA
BUTTERFLY MEET
A Catalyst for Leadership and Mentorship
A catalyst for leadership and mentorship where nature lover
gather to interact and inspire each other while nurturing the next
generation of storytellers with opportunities to push the
boundaries of how we understand our relationship with nature.

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 NAMDAPHA
BUTTERFLY MEET
Building A Global Community

NBM brings together an uncommon community, bound by a shared

sense of purpose.

We all believe in the transformative power of story to inspire awe at the

wonders of our natural world and ignite critical changes required to
restore and protect it through high-impact global collaborations.

Making Namdapha Butterfly Meet an annual event, with the help of locals,
the Department of Environment and Forests, Tourism Department and
other interested NGOs working in similar fields. Namdapha, as a brand in
the field of environment, is attracting enthusiasts, scholars, experts, and
others in every coming days.

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THE
LARGER INTEREST
The meet encourages participation of young students & locals at minimal cost so that they get the opportunity to study
butterflies in best possible way with under guidance from experts around them. The event aims to explore best sites in different
tracks around Namdapha which will further provide data base and help in conservation of that particular area.

The students were immensely benefited along with the locals who participated. Such a mixed participant added to more
knowledge sharing and contributed more into the outcome of the meet. Identification and brief information on butterflies were
shared by them.

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ECOSYSTEM
BENEFITS
• An essential component of the food chain, moths and
butterflies are prey for birds, bats, and other insects-
eating mammals.

• Other predators and parasites, many of which are unique

to certain species or groups of species, coexist with
butterflies.
• Ecologists frequently utilize butterflies as model species to
examine the effects of habitat loss and fragmentation, as
well as climate change.

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 ACADEMIC VALUE
• Many nations employ the amazing life cycles of butterflies and moths to educate students about nature. One of
nature's wonders is the transition from egg to caterpillar to chrysalis.
• The exquisite wing patterns, iridescence, and use as illustrations of insect migration are additional educational
features.

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ECONOMIC
VALUE
Namdapha National Park, dubbed the "heaven of
butterflies" by Indian butterfly aficionados, can play a
significant role in boosting ecotourism, opening up a wealth
of options for residents and perhaps generating significant
jobs. Each year, thousands of people visit various regions of
India in search of butterflies and moths.
Every butterfly and moth have evolved a unique set of
chemicals to ward off predators and parasites, find a mate,
and get past the host plant's chemical defenses. Each of
these substances has a potential use that can be profitably
tapped into. For instance, one of our most ubiquitous and
common species, the Meadow Brown, has been found to
have potent antibiotics.

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 EVENT OVERVIEW
Ø The participants are divided into groups, each led by an expert, and dispatched to a specific location
for fieldwork.

Ø Every evening, the daily outcomes were discussed in group sessions, during which each group
submitted their day's work. Experts identified and documented confounded samples.

Ø The final list will be compiled, based on the existing checklist, the new checklist will be updated.

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 HIGHLIGHTS

Preparation of Butterfly Checklist | Butterfly Guided Tours | Camping & Hiking | Interactive
Sessions: Research & Findings | Conservation & Plantation of Butterfly Host Plants |
Photography Walk | Nature Talks (Bonfire) | Stalls & Exhibitions

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CALLING ALL…
• Butterfly Enthusiasts,
• Photographers
• Policymakers
• Academicians & Researchers
• Environmentalists & Conservationist
• Journalists & Vloggers
• Students of all streams
• Travel & Nature lovers
• Local Community

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 SEED
Society for Education and Environmental Development
SEED is a registered NGO, based in Arunachal
Pradesh, working on Education and Environmental
issues by doing awareness campaigns through
various events.
Namdapha Butterfly Meet is one such annual event
that SEED organises in collaboration with Namdapha
National Park and Tiger Reserve at Miao since 2018.
Team SEED has been successfully doing other
programs in Lower Dibang Valley, Upper Siang, East
Siang, Changlang and Papumpare districts of
Arunachal Pradesh.we are committed to involve
more local youths in our activities and connect them
in nature conservation through education and
training programs.

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Sunday Monday Tuesday

O C TO B E R 2 0 2 2
Namdapha National Park & Tiger Reserve
Miao, Changlang District
Arunachal Pradesh

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ITINERARY
1st-4th October 2022
Venue: Miao/Namdapha National Park (Deban),
Changlang Dist. Arunachal Pradesh

Day 1 (1/10/2022)
Reporting at Miao (Dapha Valley Tourist Lodge), latest by 2:00 PM and departure for
event venue (Deban) by 3:00PM (No network zone).

Day 2 (2/10/2022)
Breakfast at 7.00 AM followed by Inaugural session. Formation of groups &
departure for butterflying. Packed lunch at field and return to venue by 3:00PM
Evening: Interaction and discussion about findings of the day.

Day 3 (3/10/2022)
Breakfast at 7.00 AM and departure in groups for field work. Packed lunch at field
and return to venue by 3:00PM
Evening: Interaction and discussion about findings of the day.

Day 4 (4/10/2022)
Breakfast at 7.00 AM and Butterflying near Deban camp Namdapha-Miao Road and
report to camp by 12:00 Noon.

Afternoon: (Closing ceremony) - Brief interaction with public and officials for
showcasing the outcomes of Meet and to present the views & ideas of the
participants followed by presentations and Lunch.

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Thursday Friday Saturday

O C TO B E R 2 0 2 2
Namdapha National Park & Tiger Reserve
Miao, Changlang District
Arunachal Pradesh

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ITINERARY
6th-8th October 2022
Venue: Miao/Namdapha National Park (Deban),
Changlang Dist. Arunachal Pradesh

Day 1 (5/10/2022)
Reporting at Miao (Dapha Valley Tourist Lodge), latest by 2:00 PM and departure for
event venue (Deban) by 3:00PM (No network zone).

Day 2 (6/10/2022)
Breakfast at 7.00 AM & departure for butterflying at Haldibari/Hornbill camp. Packed
lunch at field and return to venue by 3:00PM

Day 3 (7/10/2022)
Breakfast at 7.00 AM and departure for butterflying and Gandhigram (Lisu village) &
Halt.

Day 4 (8/10/2022)
Breakfast at 7.00 AM and departure from Gandhigram and butterflying on the way.
Lunch at Deban & halt.

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WHY ASSOCIATE
WITH US?
Ø Namdapha National Park, known as "Butterfly Heaven" for butterfly enthusiasts in
India, can play an important role in promoting the ecotourism sector, creating
numerous opportunities and exposure for your organization.

Ø Contribute significantly to the conservation and awareness of Namdapha

National Park's butterfly species.

Ø Nature enthusiasts and photographers from various states such as Kerala, Tamil
Nadu, West Bengal, Sikkim, Assam, and Uttar Pradesh travel all the way to
India's farthest east corner to participate in NBM.

Ø Media coverage has been extensive, with mentions in leading publications and
portals.

Ø In one of the largest protected areas in the Eastern Himalaya Biodiversity

Hotspot, be a part of an accelerating planet-positive movement.

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 Terms & Conditions
• Organisers restrict the right to entry.
• Collection of any kind of specimen is strictly prohibited from the park.
• No materials from the meet shall be used for publishing scientific
papers/articles without prior permission from the Department of
Environment & Forests, Govt. Of Arunachal Pradesh
• Participants will not be allowed to venture out alone without guides.

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MEDIA
COVERAGE

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2nd-4th (6th-8th Extended) October 2022

Contact us:
Minom Pertin, +91 89741 59612
Mayur H Variya ,+91 90338 41450
Max: +91 8486 4567 60

H.Q: Roing, Lower Dibang Valley, A.P.Camp

Office: Miao, Changlang,A.P
Email: seedasociety@gmail.com