If the decline continues, they could become extinct.
But here’s the good news: You have the ability to help.
“Fireflies are on the decline in many parts of the world,” Pfeiffer said in a statement.
Credit: Courtesy of Firefly Conservation & Research
Tobuild a habitatthat attracts fireflies, firefly.org suggests placing bags of wet leafcompostin a shady spot.
Snails, slugs, and other insects (food for fireflies) will start to appear.
Fireflies prefer warm, humid climates near water.
Human traffic has also been cited by researchers as a source of disruption.
Light pollution also hurts firefliesandlight pollutionaffects all living beings, not just wildlife.
A fairly new concept, light pollution is the excessive or inappropriate use of outdoor artificial light.
That criteria involves providing food (nuts, seeds, berries, etc.
), a water source, ahabitat for nesting, and nursery space.
