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πŸͺ² Beetles

Synchronous Firefly of India

Pteroptyx maipo

About

A small firefly known for its remarkable ability to synchronize its flashing with neighboring individuals. Mangrove trees along tidal rivers can become illuminated by thousands of simultaneously flashing males.

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Did You Know?

Entire trees can appear to blink on and off in unison as hundreds of males synchronize their flashes to attract females.