Firefly (Lampyrid Beetle)

Damp environments, including woodlands, meadows, and gardens; often found near standing water or tall grass.

Larvae are predatory and feed on snails, slugs, and worms. Adults may feed on pollen, nectar, or other insects, while some do not eat at all.

Night-active insects known for bioluminescence used to attract mates or deter predators. Larvae, known as glowworms, also emit light.

Generally harmless to humans. They are beneficial to the ecosystem as they help control populations of garden pests like slugs and snails.