Ottawa backyards sparkled with firefly activity last summer. This year, they're largely absent — and data gaps are leaving ...

This summer has been a good year for viewing lightning bugs or fireflies because of several weather conditions. Here's what ...

To invite the ethereal golden glow of these insects, you must create a habitat that suits the lifestyle of the fireflies.

Pesticide use, loss of habitat and, ironically, light pollution are all a threat to the insects. But there is reason to be ...

Contrary to their name fireflies aren't flies but actually soft-winged beetles, and they're known for their dramatic sign - ...

Fireflies light up the night sky at New Canaan Land Trust's Marvin, Massarella, & Friends Firefly Sanctuary in New Canaan, ...

While fireflies provide a spectacular show during summer months, scientists warn that their population is flickering.

According to Wikipedia, there are over 2,000 species of fireflies or lightning bugs in the world. Ontario alone is home to 23 ...

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Bernheim Forest comes alive in the darkness for Bill Napper, who has led hundreds of tours along firefly-laden trails.

Firefly populations are dwindling across North America. Discover what's being done and how you can help save these magical ...

It’s clear to anyone who takes a walk at dusk that the illuminated critters are floating around in stronger numbers than in ...