Illinois Audubon Society Quiz—Fireflies

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1. Fireflies are found only in the United States.

True

23.4%

False

76.6%

2. It is estimated that there are more than 170 firefly species in North America.

True

85.5%

False

14.5%

3. The adults of every firefly species flash.

True

21.6%

False

78.4%

4. Fireflies, also known as lightning bugs, are similar to flies and bugs.

True

38.7%

False

61.3%

5. Depending on the species, the adult males seek to attract the attention of a female by using a distinctive flash or glow.

True

93.5%

False

6.5%

6. The fireflies found in Illinois are the same genus and display yellow flashes.

True

42.4%

False

57.6%

7. Adult fireflies typically do not eat and pose no threat to other insects.

True

57.7%

False

42.3%

8. Given their distinctive flashes, fireflies are often preyed upon by birds and bats.

True

50.9%

False

49.1%

9. Each species of firefly is active at a specific time of the year and during a specific time in the evening.

True

92.2%

False

7.8%

10. Artificial light disrupts firefly reproduction.

True

92.7%

False

7.3%

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