Female Photuris fireflies use their light to mimic other firefly species, attracting unsuspecting males, ambushing them, then eating them. The Photuris firefly consumes males of other firefly species ...

Fireflies light up the night to attract mates, but attraction may not be about being flashy; it could also be about who smells the best. New research published in BMC Genomics looks at the genetics of ...

Firefly populations have decreased due to habitat loss, light pollution and chemical use. Fireflies are beetles that use bioluminescence for mating, with some species employing deceptive tactics.

Here’s what you can do to protect firefly populations in your own backyard, including how to make your yard more ...

Of all the intriguing insects out there, the Photuris firefly has always been one of my favorites. This “femme fatale” uses light as a weapon, mimicking the specific flashing mating signals of other ...