With the fall equinox just behind us, the adult firefly season has come to an end across most of the US and Canada. However, that doesn’t mean you have to say goodbye to fireflies just yet! Fall is an ideal time to look for an entirely different stage of the firefly life cycle—the larvae. This ... Read more| Firefly Atlas
Fallen leaves are vital for wildlife. They offer insulation, cover from predators, and a place for wildlife to overwinter. When homeowners dispose of fallen leaves, they unknowingly destroy habitat. Additionally, … Read more The post Wildlife We Throw Away appeared first on The National Wildlife Federation Blog.| The National Wildlife Federation Blog
Explore even more bioluminescence in your backyard. Learn about the glowing mushrooms and marine life you can find in the South.| Dogwood Alliance
How do we protect firefly populations while also achieving other ecological goals on the landscape? This is a question that land managers grapple with when figuring out how to maintain the wildlife habitats they steward. Prescribed fire, also known as controlled burns or cultural fire, is the intentional use of fire to sustain or regenerate ... Read more| Firefly Atlas
Few things in nature inspire wonder and awe like organisms that glow in the dark. A chemical reaction in living things can cause them to make their own light. This […] The post Things that Glow in the Dark: Fireflies, Lightning Bugs, and More first appeared on Dogwood Alliance.| Dogwood Alliance
Like many insects, the fireflies are experiencing a sharp decline. Learn how you can turn your yard into a firefly oasis!| The National Wildlife Federation Blog
