Fireflies and Their Ecosystem

The speaker shares their journey from growing up in a superstitious community in Terengganu to becoming a passionate researcher of fireflies. They describe their first encounter with fireflies, the ecological importance of these insects, and the challenges faced in discovering new species. The speaker emphasizes the urgent need for conservation efforts to protect firefly habitats and invites others to join in these efforts.

What was one of the superstitious rules the speaker had to follow during her childhood?

• Always wear white clothes

• Avoid eating after sunset

• Never leave the house on Fridays

• Do not whistle in the house

What inspired the speaker to start researching fireflies?

• A conversation with a friend

• A boat ride in a mangrove estuary

• A school project

• A book she read

How do fireflies contribute to the ecosystem?

• They control mosquito populations

• They pollinate flowers

• They produce oxygen

• They act as bioindicators

What can cause a decline in firefly populations in terrestrial habitats?

• Water pollution

• Deforestation

• Light pollution

• Overfishing

What unique behavior do some firefly species exhibit?

• They migrate long distances

• They hibernate during winter

• They fly solo in search of mates

• They build nests in trees

What challenge did the speaker face while collecting firefly specimens in Linggi?

• Heavy rain

• Crocodiles

• Lost equipment

• Poisonous plants

Where was the new firefly species discovered by the speaker?

• Malaysia

• Thailand

• Singapore

• Indonesia

What was the name given to the newly discovered firefly species?

• Luciola malaysia

• Luciola singapura

• Luciola linggi

• Luciola terengganu

What is the speaker's role in the IUCN Firefly Specialist Group?

• Secretary

• Treasurer

• Cochair

• Member

What is the speaker's main goal in her conservation efforts?

• To educate the public about fireflies

• To increase firefly populations

• To create firefly sanctuaries

• To identify and conserve threatened firefly species