Genetic variation within native populations of endemic silkmoth Antheraea assamensis (Helfer) from Northeast India indicates need for in situ conservation.
A.assamensis is a phytophagous Lepidoptera from Northeast India reared on host trees of Lauraceae family for its characteristic cocoon silk.Source of these cocoons are domesticated farm stocks that crash frequently and/or wild insect populations that provide new cultures.The need to reduce dependence on wild populations for cocoons necessitates ass