For centuries, the beauty of fireflies has evoked wonder and
delight. Yet for most of us, fireflies remain shrouded in mystery:
How do fireflies make their light? What are they saying with their
flashing? And what do fireflies look for in a mate? In Silent
Sparks, noted biologist and firefly expert Sara Lewis dives into
the fascinating world of fireflies and reveals the most up-to-date
discoveries about these beloved insects. From the meadows of New
England and the hills of the Great Smoky Mountains, to the rivers
of Japan and mangrove forests of Malaysia, this beautifully
illustrated and accessible book uncovers the remarkable, dramatic
stories of birth, courtship, romance, sex, deceit, poison, and
death among fireflies. The nearly two thousand species of fireflies
worldwide have evolved in different ways--and while most mate
through the aerial language of blinking lights, not all do. Lewis
introduces us to fireflies that don't light up at all, relying on
wind-borne perfumes to find mates, and we encounter glow-worm
fireflies, whose plump, wingless females never fly. We go behind
the scenes to meet inquisitive scientists who have dedicated their
lives to understanding fireflies, and we learn about various modern
threats including light pollution and habitat destruction. In the
last section of the book, Lewis provides a field guide for North
American fireflies, enabling us to identify them in our own
backyards and neighborhoods. This concise, handy guide includes
distinguishing features, habits, and range maps for the most
commonly encountered fireflies, as well as a gear list. A
passionate exploration of one of the world's most charismatic and
admired insects, Silent Sparks will inspire us to reconnect with
the natural world.
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