Firefly - Wikipedia
WEBThe Lampyridae are a family of elateroid beetles with more than 2,000 described species, many of which are light-emitting. They are soft-bodied beetles commonly called fireflies, lightning bugs, or glowworms for their conspicuous production of light, mainly during twilight, to attract mates.
Family Lampyridae - Fireflies - BugGuide.Net
WEBJun 28, 2024 · Habitat. Larvae mostly in damp situations near creeks, ponds, or wetlands. Food. Larvae prey on small animals including snails, slugs, worms, and soft-bodied insects; adults of many genera do not feed.
Firefly | Luminescent, Nocturnal, Bioluminescence | Britannica
WEBJun 25, 2024 · firefly, (family Lampyridae), family of some 2,000 species of beetles (insect order Coleoptera) found in most tropical and temperate regions that have special light-producing organs on the underside of the abdomen. Most fireflies are nocturnal, although some species are diurnal.
Fireflies | National Geographic
WEBCommon Name: Fireflies. Scientific Name: Lampyridae. Type: Invertebrates. Diet: Omnivore. Average Life Span: About 2 months. Size: Up to 1 inch. Size relative to a paper clip: Fireflies are...
Fireflies | National Wildlife Federation
WEBFamily: Lampyridae. Status: Not Listed. Classification: Invertebrate. Description. There are a number of different species of fireflies, none of which are actually flies—they’re beetles. They get the names “firefly” and “lightning bug” because of the flashes of …
Firefly.org | Firefly & Lightning Bug Facts, Pictures ...
WEBScientifically, fireflies are classified under Lampyridae, a family of insects within the beetle order Coleoptera, or winged beetles. There are estimated to be 2000+ firefly species spread across temperate and tropical zones all over the world. Start here to learn about the different genera and species across the world. Read More
Types of Fireflies - Firefly Conservation & Research
WEBScientifically, fireflies are classified under Lampyridae, a family of insects within the beetle order Coleoptera, or winged beetles. There are 2400 firefly species in 144 genera ( taxonomic category that ranks above species) described all over the world.
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