Spotlight on fireflies

Fireflies, also known as “fireflies,” are not actually flies. They are beetles. Nor do they produce fire, but rather light that they emit at all stages of their lives. In fact, the word ‘firefly’ is derived from the Latin word “lux,” which means light.

Young and old alike are fascinated by the luminous spectacle of these tiny creatures. The light produced inside their bodies is the result of a chemical process called bioluminescence, which serves as a means of visual communication. They use this light mainly to attract a mate during the breeding season and to repel predators.

At dusk, you can admire and be enchanted by the nocturnal magic of our beautiful fireflies.