So yes, this is Lampyridae (fireflies), but this isn’t the one you think it is. It’s a Winter Firefly (Ellychnia corrusca) larva. They don’t light up as adults, and are sooooo much more common. Still very cool though!
I recommend checking the links below for more info about your friend.
If you’re curious about fireflies in general, Mass Audubon has a cool citizen science project here.
I am an entomologist, and I do a ton of field work around the state. Fireflies are around at a good number of my field sites. Cutler park in Dedham has quite a few at times.
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Reply to When was the last time you saw fireflies near Boston? by jcbouche
So yes, this is Lampyridae (fireflies), but this isn’t the one you think it is. It’s a Winter Firefly (Ellychnia corrusca) larva. They don’t light up as adults, and are sooooo much more common. Still very cool though!
I recommend checking the links below for more info about your friend.
Link 1 Link 2
If you’re curious about fireflies in general, Mass Audubon has a cool citizen science project here.
I am an entomologist, and I do a ton of field work around the state. Fireflies are around at a good number of my field sites. Cutler park in Dedham has quite a few at times.