This Insect Eats Pests Like Slugs! Ecological Importance of Fireflies and How to Attract MORE!

Fireflies put on a stunning night time display year in and year out. Many people find great appreciation in their mystical beauty. They are also really important for natural pest control when it comes to agriculture and gardening. Unfortunately, many of these firefly species' populations are becoming threatened due to various human activities. In this video I discuss the benefits of fireflies, how to attract more of them, and risk factors associated with their decline.
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[@HoosierDaddy_]

Pollinator garden in the backyard. No outside lights on at night. My yard was lit up like the 4th of July this year with fireflies. All of my neighbors with lights on all night and no habitat at all on their own property, hardly even one or two flashes per hour. I didn't realize that it was so easy. Green grass doesn't bring any life to the area. But, just one yard produced thousands of these nighttime beauties! Education is key!

[@terra-blegardeningvideos]

That is excellent to hear!! I have noticed a very similar thing with my garden vs. other neighboring properties. And, as you said, just one pollinator garden/yard can accomplish that; it doesn't have to take much for Nature to jump in and start bringing more life. Thanks!

[@nmccutcheon2243]

I had no idea that firefly’s were so beneficial for the garden. I’ve always loved them, now I want to help them. Thanks for excellent info. Love your channel 🥒🥬🥦🫛🫑🌽🥕🍓🍉🌶️🍠

[@terra-blegardeningvideos]

Thank you! I am really happy you enjoy the content.

[@siryogiwan]

I always look forward to the 1st fireflies of the year, never heard anyone talk about them like this before, I have even more respect of them now, you taught me something I wasn't really aware of and expanded on the little I did know; Awesome vid

[@terra-blegardeningvideos]

Thank you! I always enjoy seeing the fireflies in my back yard at night. They are absolutely fascinating creatures, and they have very important roles in the ecosystem for sure.

[@loufebbo1488]

Great info. Thanks

[@terra-blegardeningvideos]

Glad it was helpful!

[@RickLarsonPermacultureDesigner]

Excellent!

[@terra-blegardeningvideos]

Thank you!

[@clsemper]

I love Firefly's. Too bad they're going extinct tho 😢Just discovered your channel, good stuff- insta sub

[@terra-blegardeningvideos]

Thanks for the sub! Hopefully they do not go extinct; this video and these comments are a part of that hope. Be well!