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A Firefly (Lampyridae) Was Seen On The Tree Leaf

A firefly (Lampyridae) is being seen on a tree leaf in Ratnapura, Sri Lanka, on April 11, 2024. The Lampyridae, a family of elateroid beetles with over 2,000 described species, are known for their ability to emit light. These soft-bodied beetles, often referred to as fireflies, lightning bugs, or glowworms, are producing light conspicuously, mainly during twilight, to attract mates. (Photo by Thilina Kaluthotage/NurPhoto)

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Photo ID	#11139104
Date Taken	11 April 2024
Location	N/A
Photographer	Thilina Kaluthotage/NurPhoto
Category	Human Interest
Copyright	© 2026 NurPhoto - Thilina Kaluthotage/NurPhoto

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