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light fireflies emit may appear yellow, green, or even pale red.
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Darke County Parks
Firefly
Fireworks at DCP
Did you know that fireflies or lightening bugs are actually beetles? On
Thursday, July 21st at 8:30pm at Shawnee Prairie Preserve join a
naturalist to learn about the fascinating world of fireflies. These
bioluminescent bugs use their glow to attract prey, for mating, and
sometimes even a defense mechanism! These wonderful creatures thrive in
meadows, forests, fields, and other natural habitats, but numbers are
declining due to human land development. Come find out what the public
can do to keep them in their backyards and what scientists are learning
from their special light. The program will begin with an interactive
discussion and then attendees will watch the nighttime magic as the
fireflies rise from the prairie.
For questions about this free program or any other program offered by
the Darke County, please stop by the nature center, email
info@darkecountyparks.org, or call (937) 548-0165.
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