Did you know fireflies spend up to 90% of their lives as larvae? Or that some species don’t flash at all? In Part 2 of our firefly series, EWT entomologist Renier Basson unpacks the hidden brilliance of South Africa’s fireflies—from snail-hunting larvae to glow-in-the-dark pupae. These insects are more than just magical lights—they’re predators, protectors, and pollinators. But they’re fading fast. Let’s make sure we don’t lose their light. #FireflyFacts #GlowWorms #EWT #ProtectingForeverTogethe

Where do fireflies go in winter?Fireflies lay eggs in the end of summer, and firefly larvae emerge shortly after that. Firefly larave winterizes in the ground or in the leaf litter, and next year before summer pupates, and than emerge again as a glowing flying fireflies as we know it. #fireflies #fireflys #lightingbugs #glowworms #glowworm #fireflylarvae #fireflylarva | Radim Photo