Firefly populations have been declining, but there may be light at the end of the tunnel for the glowing bugs.

There are several reasons why some places might be seeing more of these glowy beetles this summer. The first is wet weather.

It wouldn't be summer here in New Jersey without fireflies ... or are they lightning bugs? Take our poll to let us know what you call them.

Pesticides, habitat loss, and light pollution are threatening firefly populations worldwide, but even in urban areas, some ...

Habitat loss, the increased use of pesticides and light pollution are all factors as to why people are seeing less fireflies ...

Fireflies, otherwise known as lightning bugs, are known for their ability to glow at night. According to the Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation, fireflies are actually not flies, but are ...

Fireflies (or lightning bugs) perform their light show almost every night over the summer. What to know about the popular ...

Naturally speaking: Fireflies add shine to the summer night Pennsylvania’s state insect still fascinates but is getting harder to find.

Heckscher has been cataloging fireflies – or lightning bugs if you prefer – for over 20 years. ... About a decade ago, researchers began to sound the night bell on the firefly's plight.

Lightning bug populations may be on the decline in Illinois and the U.S. Here's a look at why and how you can help.

When Fireflies Await a Night That Never Comes. ... in brighter light, none of the firefly couples mated. The insects found each other, and some even crawled over each other, ...

New research published in Insect Conservation and Diversity indicates that artificial light at night likely interferes with the courtship and mating of bioluminescent fireflies.