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Introduction
Introduction
Fireflies are important bioindicator species, telling scientists where pesticides, light pollution, deforestation, and other factors have caused critical damage to eco-systems. Fireflies feed on other insects including pest species - making them a beneficial insect in a variety of ways.
Groups by Region
Groups by Region
International
International
Fireflyers International Network an international group of firefly scientists and enthusiasts. They have citizen scientists from around the world gather vital data to help protect these important insects. The different branches of Fireflies International are listed in each region's Group listing.
Asia
Asia
萤火虫生态线 - Firefly Ecological Line -
Malaysian Nature Society (MNS) / Persatuan Pencinta Alam Malaysia "We have pioneered conservation in Malaysia for the last eight decades, making a difference through habitat conservation and environmental education. Through the joint efforts of our members, partners and supporters, MNS has become a strong voice for the protection of Malaysia’s natural heritage. We will continue presenting our stand by promoting and ensuring responsible environmental stewardship in this country."
European Groups
European Groups
Catalan
Catalan
Grup Cucadellum (ICHN) "Cucadellum, grup d'estudi dels lampírids de Catalunya, i és un grup de treball de la ICHN."
England
England
Buglife are the only conservation charity in Europe devoted to the conservation of invertebrates. Everything from glow-worms to garden spiders! You can support Buglife by joining or making a donation.
Report sightings at the fantastic U.K. Glow-worm survey page"
Scotland
Scotland
Buglife are the only conservation charity in Europe devoted to the conservation of invertebrates. Everything from glow-worms to garden spiders! You can support Buglife by joining or making a donation.
Report sightings at the fantastic U.K. Glow-worm survey page"
Wales
Wales
Buglife are the only conservation charity in Europe devoted to the conservation of invertebrates. Everything from glow-worms to garden spiders! You can support Buglife by joining or making a donation.
Report sightings at the fantastic U.K. Glow-worm survey page"
UK
UK
Buglife are the only conservation charity in Europe devoted to the conservation of invertebrates. Everything from glow-worms to garden spiders! You can support Buglife by joining or making a donation.
Report sightings at the fantastic U.K. Glow-worm survey page"
North America
North America
Mass Audubon Firefly Watch "Join a network of citizen scientists around the country by observing fireflies in your own backyard, and help scientists map fireflies! Report your sightings, then share your photos here."
Central America
Central America
Fireflies of Central America "This is a Firefliers International (FIN) subproject meant to help organize the review and curation of bioluminescent beetles in Central America."
Missouri
Camp Monarch "is a newly founded nonprofit committed to addressing the loss of vital habitats for the Monarch Butterfly and many other species across North America. Right now, we are a small but dedicated team of passionate individuals determined to take action for wildlife and biodiversity. Our work begins by laying the foundation for a network of habitat restoration projects, with a focus on empowering landowners to be part of the solution.
As we get started, we’re recruiting founding members who share our vision of restoring fragmented ecosystems and reconnecting wildlife corridors. Our work may still be in its early stages, but we know that with the right people, every small step will lead to big impact."
Texas
Firefly Conservation & Research "a nonprofit organization founded in 2009 by Ben Pfeiffer, a firefly researcher, and Texas-certified master naturalist with a degree in biology from Texas State University."
Oceana
Oceana
Fireflies of Oceania "This is a Firefliers International (FIN) subproject meant to help organize the review and curation of bioluminescent beetles in Oceania (Australia + Pacific Islands)."
Wet Tropics Management Authority "Our mission is to lead, inspire, advise and support the Australian and global community to protect and share the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area in perpetuity." "We acknowledge Rainforest Aboriginal people as the traditional custodians of the Wet Tropics and recognize their connection to this cultural landscape. We pay our respect to Elders past, present and future." Learn about their volunteer opportunities at: Wet Tropics: Volunteer
South America
South America
En français
En français
Groupe Associatif Estuaire "Il anime plusieurs observatoires : sur les vers luisants, les bourdons, les hérissons, les mares et libellules, etc. La structure propose également de nombreuses activités en lien avec la biodiversité et l’environnement et réalise de nombreuses actions de sensibilisation auprès des écoles et du grand public. "
L'Observatoire des Vers Luisants "L’Observatoire des Vers Luisants est un programme de sciences participatives qui permet de faire avancer la recherche, tout en impliquant le grand public. Ce programme s’articule autour de deux volets : les études scientifiques et la sensibilisation. Ce projet vise à déterminer les causes du déclin des insectes lumineux au cours des dernières décennies et d’améliorer l’état des connaissances sur les lucioles et les différentes espèces de vers luisants."
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