Dimming Lights: The Alarming Decline of North American Fireflies

The decline in firefly sightings can be attributed to an actual decrease in their population. Roughly 33% of North American firefly species face the threat of extinction, with certain species even classified as ‘Critically Endangered.’ This decline can be linked to habitat loss, light pollution, and pesticide exposure, which negatively impact fireflies’ mating and feeding […]

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