Fireflies Quiz

What is the scientific name for fireflies?

• Bioluminescence

• Luciferin

• Coleoptera

• Lampyridae

What do fireflies use their light for?

• To scare predators

• To navigate in the dark

• To find food

• To communicate with fellow fireflies

What is the average life span of an adult firefly?

• 1 to 3 days

• 1 to 3 years

• 1 to 3 months

• 1 to 3 weeks

What do firefly larvae feed on?

• Leaves

• Plant pollen

• Nectar

• Worms, snails, and insects

What is the main reason fireflies are not eaten by predators?

• They are too small

• They are too fast

• They release toxic, foul-tasting blood

• They hide during the day

How many firefly species are there approximately?

• 500

• 1,000

• 5,000

• 2,000

What is the main threat to firefly populations?

• Deforestation

• Climate change

• Light pollution

• Overfishing

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What is the term for animals that produce light?

• Photosynthetic

• Bioluminescent

• Photogenic

• Luminous

What do fireflies mostly eat?

• Leaves

• Fruits

• Plant pollen and nectar

• Small mammals

What color can firefly light be?

• Blue, red, or purple

• Yellow, green, or orange

• White, black, or grey

• Pink, brown, or cyan