Join Plymouth County Extension Entomologist Educator Blake Dinius for a summer night walk to learn about and observe fireflies. Fireflies have long inspired wonder and evoked mystery: floating spectacles of light blinking, fading, and drifting through the summer night sky.
But, their elaborate light displays are not intended for our eyes. Instead, they depict a daring dance between species. Each firefly species possesses its own distinct type of “language” used to communicate with members of its own species. Males communicate with females. Females communicate with males. And, in the case of Photuris fireflies, a femme fatale plays out. Female Photuris fireflies are cannibalistic. They can mimic the displays of other species to lure unsuspecting males into their hungry clutches.
Join us as we try to decipher this ancient insect language and explore the world of fireflies!
Parking:
Great River Preserve: 1025 Auburn St., Bridgewater, MA
What to Wear & Bring:
Sturdy, closed-toed shoes - waterproof if possible
Water
Extra layers
What to Expect:
About 2-miles of hiking
Flat walking with wet areas
Entomologist educator to answer all your firefly questions
Experienced hikers to guide you
Restrictions
No pets
Ages 10+
Outdoor programs are weather permitting. Cancellations and postponements due to weather will be announced online and registered attendees will be notified via email.
Questions? Please contact Programming Coordinator Max Phelps at mphelps@wildlandstrust.org