Firefly fans who'd like to see lightning bugs year-round are out of luck. The insect, which is a type of beetle, is usually seen only between spring and summer, with different species emerging at ...

Some of the brightest stars of the Smokies have made their annual appearance. Synchronous fireflies illuminated Great Smoky Mountains National Park recently, and Knox News captured glowing moments ...

Fireflies are the romantics of the insect world. In the summer months, they emerge from the ground with love on the brain. They only live for two to three weeks once they've become full adults and in ...

Rainy, damp weather along the eastern United States in summer 2025 has one upside: Fireflies love it. "Fireflies and their prey (snails, slugs, worms) need moisture, so years with high rainfall, ...

Fireflies are lighting up summer evenings across the U.S. Northeast, putting on dazzling shows in backyards and city parks. There's no official count, but experts say a particularly wet spring may ...

They're a common sight on summer nights: fireflies. Or you might call them lightning bugs. Stream NBC 5 for free, 24/7, wherever you are. When all is dark, you can't help but notice the flashes of ...

Fireflies at Congaree National Park flash in unision in this file photo from 2016. Only a few lucky winners get a chance to see the natural light show each year, which is currently protected by the ...

Homeowners can create firefly-friendly habitats by minimizing pesticide use, preserving leaf litter and reducing outdoor lighting. Firefly sightings are dependent on timing, location and light ...

As far as anecdotal observations go, fireflies are having a moment in the Rochester area. The bioluminescent beetles are harbingers of sweltering midsummer heat, but the regional renaissance of the ...