Why do two thousand species of beetles light up the night?
In short: Fireflies are more than just summer curiosities; they are a diverse group of beetles found across nearly every continent. Scientist Wan Faridah Akmal Jusoh explores the biological mysteries of their light and the urgent race to protect them.
With over 2,000 known species, fireflies exhibit an astonishing diversity of light and movement. They inhabit every continent on Earth with the sole exception of Antarctica. However, these luminous beetles face a growing threat as their natural habitats continue to disappear, making the discovery and conservation of new species a critical scientific mission.
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