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These little bugs appeared and everyone played to grab them to leave them in a jar or simply watched as the darkness of the night suddenly lit up.
I am referring to fireflies, which provide us with an extraordinary spectacle for a short period of time (approximately two weeks) with their luminescent bodies, which is due to the luciferian substance they carry under their stomachs.
These insects belong to the beetle family and there are about a hundred species.
Their larvae live in tree bark and burrows for up to two years while feeding on earthworms, snails, and other wood insects.
After coming out of hiding, they turn to nectar and pollen for sustenance while residing in trees and plants; This dietary change allows them to produce an eye-catching glow that makes them so charming.
They also start flying during this time as part of the reproductive process, although adults can only survive one more week later.
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