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.

Lightning bug populations appear to have dramatically decreased in recent years. The author reminisces about childhood memories of catching lightning bugs in jars. Habitat loss, pesticide use, and ...

Fireflies vs. lightning bugs While there is shortage of research on these beautiful bugs, there is certainly no shortage of names. "A firefly by any other name would still glow as brightly.

Fireflies, also known as glowworms or lightning bugs are a part of the Lampyridae family that produce a glowing light from their abdomens, almost by magic! But it's not magic at all. They get ...

In lightning bugs, it's the result of combining oxygen with adenosine triphosphate, calcium, and luciferin — the latter of which is the chemical that actually produces the light.

This summer has been good for viewing lightning bugs or fireflies because of several weather conditions. Here's what you need to know.

Anecdotal reports say firefly populations are declining. One program hopes to change that, one backyard or park at a time.

Fireflies have seen a resurgence in New England due to ideal weather conditions, but there is a lack of data on their history and how to protect them, though 14 species live in New Hampshire and none ...

Rather than creating heat with this energy, the lightning bug creates light. These bugs create the most efficient light in the world, emitting 100 percent of its energy as light.

Rather than creating heat with this energy, the lightning bug creates light. These bugs create the most efficient light in the world, emitting 100 percent of its energy as light.