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Insects • August 14, 2025

10 Types of Fireflies in North Carolina Every Nature Lover Should Know

North Carolina hosts nearly 20% of all firefly species found in the United States, with some displaying behaviors so rare they attract scientists and nature enthusiasts from around the world. While you might think all types of fireflies in North Carolina are the same twinkling insects from your childhood memories, each species has evolved unique […]

Animal of Things • August 14, 2025
Insects • August 14, 2025

Types of Fireflies in Utah in Summer: Complete Field Guide

You might think fireflies only exist in humid eastern summers, but Utah harbors its own remarkable collection of light-producing beetles. Scientists at the Natural History Museum of Utah and BYU are actively tracking firefly populations throughout the state, revealing a surprising diversity of species that illuminate Utah’s marshes and wetlands each summer. Understanding the types […]

Animal of Things • August 14, 2025
Insects • August 14, 2025

Why Washington State Fireflies Don’t Flash + 5 Species You Can Find

Fireflies in the Pacific Northwest are very real, although they may not quite match up to the image you have in your mind. If you’ve ever wondered about the types of fireflies in Washington state while expecting magical evening light shows, you’re in for a fascinating surprise. Washington’s fireflies break every stereotype you might have […]

Animal of Things • August 14, 2025
Insects • August 14, 2025

12 Texas Firefly Species That Actually Glow (And 2 That Don’t)

You might be surprised to learn that not all “fireflies” in Texas actually light up. While most people associate these fascinating beetles with their magical summer glow, Texas hosts several types of fireflies that have lost their ability to produce light over evolutionary time. Understanding the different species helps you appreciate the incredible diversity of […]

Animal of Things • August 14, 2025
Insects • February 25, 2025

10 Types of Fireflies You Can Spot in Pennsylvania

A guide to the most common fireflies lighting up Pennsylvania.

Christian Edet • March 3, 2025
Insects • February 22, 2025

10 Different Firefly Species and Their Fascinating Traits

The mesmerizing glow of fireflies has captivated people for generations, transforming ordinary summer evenings into magical displays of natural wonder. There are over 2,400 known firefly species worldwide, with 179 distinct species found in the USA and Canada. These fascinating creatures belong to the family Lampyridae within the beetle order Coleoptera. Unlike typical beetles, fireflies […]

Oluwafemi Michael • February 22, 2025
Insects • February 17, 2025

What’s the Difference Between Fireflies and Dragonflies?

Dragonflies and fireflies light up our natural world in different ways, bringing unique magic to summer evenings and garden spaces. While both are fascinating insects that capture our imagination, they belong to completely separate families with distinct characteristics and behaviors. Dragonflies are skilled aerial predators in the order Odonata, while fireflies are actually beetles in […]

Happiness Ibietela • March 1, 2025