What's Behind The Firefly's Glow | What's Inside?

The firefly is probably the Earths most well-known bioluminescent species, with over 2,000 individual species. And the trick to its light originates from two vital parts: luciferin and luciferase. But while the firefly may have evolved its lantern as a type of defense, today the lightning bugs use their light as a species-specific breeding routine. Heres what actually happens inside the fireflys lantern.

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Whats Behind The Fireflys Glow|Whats Inside?

The firefly is probably the Earths most well-known bioluminescent types, with over 2,000 individual species. And the trick to its light comes from two essential elements: luciferin and luciferase. While the firefly may have developed its lantern as a type of defense, today the lightning bugs use their light as a species-specific mating ritual. Heres what truly takes place inside the fireflys lantern.