Clermont — A rare species of fireflies has been found at Bernheim Forest and Arboretum in Clermont. Fireflies, also often called lightning bugs, are one of the few groups of insects that are ...

Rare blue-ghost fireflies are generally associated with the southern Appalachian region, but researchers say their range is ...

June 5 wrapped up an eight-night event which drew people from all over the world to see the mating display of a special ...

Following Hurricane Helene's devastation, Asheville, North Carolina, witnesses the return of the rare blue ghost fireflies. These unique insects, found in the southern Appalachian Mountains ...

In the forests near Asheville, rare fireflies known as "blue ghosts" are lighting up the woods – and helping a storm-battered mountain city recover through tourism.

Eight months after Hurricane Helene devastated areas of North Carolina, locals hope their rarest residents – glowing "blue ghost" fireflies – can help bring visitors back. If you walk quietly ...

Blue ghost fireflies, found in North Carolina's Pisgah National Forest, emit a blue glow during mating season, creating an eerie light effect. These rare fireflies can be viewed on guided tours in ...

Blue ghost fireflies (Phausis reticulata) are a small variety of firefly present only in mature wooded environments. They have a pale green lantern that can be seen when viewed closely; however, when ...

Research on Grandfather Mountain has confirmed 10 species of fireflies or illumining insects, including Photinus carolinus, Blue Ghost fireflies, and Glowworms. Khadejeh Nikouyeh Knikouyeh@ ...