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Five Ways to Help Your Yard Fireflies

It's like capturing a star when you catch a firefly. The cool summer evening air, distant insect and frog sounds, and the enchanted glow of a firefly tenderly cupped between a child's hands are all staple memories for many American kids. Every state in the continental United States is home to these amazing insects, and some areas are home to over 50 kinds! However, the firefly are declining sharply, just like many other insects. One out of every three firefly species is thought to be in danger of going extinct. And a major factor in this is the very yards that Americans wish to see swarming with firefly. The loss of fireflies is largely caused by yard insecticides and the absence of habitat that lawns offer these insects. Fortunately, this implies that maintaining your garden or yard can also play a significant role in helping to preserve these cherished insects. Discover