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\"Firefly<\/p>\n

By contributing writer Marci<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Fireflies, lightning bugs, whatever you call them, they have fascinated me since I was little. Those little dots of light slowly rising and then disappearing in the low light of dusk. It is like magic sprinkled with fairy dust for a young child.<\/p>\n

\"Firefly<\/p>\n

We used to run through the yard capturing lightning bugs in quart jars. In my young mind, the bigger the jar, the better. My mom would poke holes in the top of the jar so our little guests would have some air. I always put my jar of light on my bedside table so I could watch the light show as I fell asleep.<\/p>\n

Whether your kids are like I was or not, you can help them learn more about fireflies with these interesting firefly facts and a fun firefly craft that even older kids enjoy.<\/p>\n

Where to Find Fireflies<\/h2>\n

There are 2000 species of lightning bugs on all continents except Antarctica.  Chances are, you have lightning bugs where you live.<\/p>\n

\"Firefly

Firefly Larvae<\/p><\/div>\n

These bugs like warm, humid areas. Their larvae live on rotting wood and plant matter near the water\u2019s edge. The adults only live a few weeks and can be found in the forest as well as in tall grass where they can hide during the day.<\/p>\n

Firefly Facts<\/h2>\n