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fromsilive
2 weeks ago

Here's why this insect is making a comeback on Staten Island and NYC, experts say

Fireflies, which are actually beetles, prefer warm climates and thrive in wet and marshy environments, according to the National Wildlife Federation.
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fromTime Out New York
3 weeks ago

Yes, you're seeing more fireflies than usual in NYC this summer

Firefly populations in New York are temporarily revitalized due to an unusually rainy spring.
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fromThe Walrus
1 month ago
SF parents

A Son, a Scientist, and the Secret of Bioluminescence | The Walrus

Fireflies produce light without heat through a chemical reaction involving luciferin and luciferase, raising questions about energy release.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
OMG science

A dazzling fairy giving off supernova-like light: the amber comet firefly

Fireflies are stunning night creatures that fascinate and illuminate our world, contrasting with lesser-known invertebrates that play vital ecological roles.
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fromwww.travelandleisure.com
2 months ago

This Western North Carolina National Forest Is One of the Only Places to Spot Rare Blue Ghost Firefliesand You Can Only See Them for a Limited Time

The blue ghost firefly, found in southern Appalachians, emits a continuous blue glow and offers a unique experience distinct from typical firefly displays.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago

Let it glow: fireflies illuminating Japanese woodlands in pictures

The himebotaru fireflies in Yamagata, Japan, symbolize both the beauty of nature and the urgency of environmental conservation.
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