Of all the intriguing insects out there, the Photuris firefly has always been one of my favorites. This “femme fatale” uses ...

Many of our most precious childhood memories feature the magnificent firefly. Known for their charming bioluminescence, ...

Fireflies, also known as lightning bugs (or even glowworms) are a part of the Lampyridae family that produce a glowing light from their abdomens. It’s not magic—their famous glow by is an example of ...

A firefly sits on a leaf at a nature area in Columbia. Scientists say loss of wild lands has led to diminishing numbers of lightning bugs over time. There are more than 40 species of fireflies in ...

Researchers will soon find out the details of exactly which firefly species are present and their distribution patterns ...

Across Ohio, the dog days of summer are upon us with recent high temps and humidity making for sweltering weather. Popular activities in those conditions usually consist of trips to the local swimming ...

It wouldn't be summer here in New Jersey without fireflies ... or are they lightning bugs? Regardless, these insects are a harbinger of the season, typically appearing in May, June or July, ...

Fireflies are lighting up summer evenings across the U.S. Northeast, putting on dazzling shows in backyards and city parks. There's no official count, but experts say a particularly wet spring may ...

Homeowners can create firefly-friendly habitats by minimizing pesticide use, preserving leaf litter and reducing outdoor lighting. Firefly sightings are dependent on timing, location and light ...

FILE - A firefly flies just after sunset at Tremper Mound in Rosemount, Ohio, July 8, 2024. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster, File) (Carolyn Kaster, Copyright 2024 The ...