While evenings in the Northeast may seem brighter this summer, the bugs are actually waning at a faster rate than ever before ...

These light-up insects put on the most magical show of the summer.

It would not be summer in New Jersey without fireflies. However, they are facing numerous threats. A look at our local ...

There are several reasons why some places might be seeing more of these glowy beetles this summer. The first is wet weather.

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.

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

You and I can fail to hold our candles high. We can keep our lights hidden. But all the darkness and evil of the world can ...

ATLANTA — Summer in Georgia brings heat, humidity, and afternoon storms — and, for many, the familiar glow of fireflies, or lightning bugs. But in parts of north Georgia, that glow isn’t as ...

Fireflies (or lightning bugs) perform their light show almost every night over the summer. What to know about the popular ...

Firefly season peaks in July. Here’s where to spot them in and around Philadelphia — and why you may be seeing more of their ...

Rural areas with fields and wooded areas are good locations to find lightning bugs. For those who like to catch fireflies, she suggests using a butterfly net or a small net. Trying to catch them with ...

Michael Skvarla, assistant research professor of arthropod identification at Penn State University, agrees this has been a good year for lightning bugs. “I’ll spend a couple of evenings a year just ...