Fireflies Return, Brighten Summer Nights
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Fireflies are out now in the U.S. Northeast. They are making summer nights very bright. Experts think the wet spring helped them grow well.
There are many types of fireflies all over the world. They flash light to talk and find partners. In New York City, you can see them in parks after sunset.
Even though they seem bright, fireflies are still going away. They are disappearing faster than before. Some kinds are doing okay, but others are still decreasing.
Their homes are being destroyed, and pollution hurts them. City lights make it hard for them to find each other. One scientist remembers seeing fireflies as a child, but they vanished.
The fireflies are back, and she hopes kids will see them. We can help them by turning off lights. Also, people should avoid using bug spray on lawns, and protect their homes.
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Where can you see fireflies in the U.S. Northeast?
You can see fireflies in parks after sunset.
Why are fireflies disappearing?
Their homes are being destroyed, pollution hurts them, and city lights make it hard for them to find each other.
How can we help fireflies?
We can help them by turning off lights and avoiding bug spray on lawns.
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