[DOC] [TLE] How and why do fireflies light up? - Scientific American [PAR] This type of light production is called bioluminescence. ... As adults, many fireflies 
have flash patterns unique to their species and use them to identify other... [DOC] [TLE] Identify and "Call" Lightning Bugs - The Infinite Spider [PAR] Jun 24, 2014 ... Lightning bugs are called this because their abdomens glow or light up, using a 
chemical process called bioluminescence. .... It's fascinating how each species 
has its own unique cocktail of butt-glowing-enzymes. ... If you know the flash 
pattern of a firefly, there's no reason you can't try "calling" them. [DOC] [TLE] Firefly - Wikipedia [PAR] The Lampyridae are a family of insects in the beetle order Coleoptera. They are 
winged beetles, commonly called fireflies or lightning bugs for their conspicuous 
use of bioluminescence during twilight ... In many species, both male and female 
fireflies have the ability to fly, but in some species, the ... All fireflies glow as 
larvae. [DOC] [TLE] Photinus pyralis - Wikipedia [PAR] Photinus pyralis, known by the common names common eastern firefly and big 
dipper firefly, is the most common species of firefly in North America. P. pyralis is 
a flying and light producing beetle with a light organ on the ventral side of its 
abdomen. ... The species' common name refers to the characteristic flight of the 
male,... [DOC] [TLE] Types of Fireflies and Scientific Names of Fireflies Found in the Wild ... [PAR] While most fireflies are characterized by their use of bioluminescence to attract 
mates ... with others in their species, not all insects within the firefly family 
produce light. Some communicate using pheromones, a sort of insect perfume. ... 
They have a unique flash pattern that varies based on location, habitat, and 
temperature. [DOC] [TLE] 14 Fun Facts About Fireflies | Science | Smithsonian [PAR] Jun 27, 2012 ... Each species has its own pattern of light flashing. ... (8) Fireflies are among the 
many species that are bioluminescent, meaning that they .... After each 'bomb 
bursting in air', hundreds of lightning bugs flashed from the trees. [DOC] [TLE] Fireflies, Lightning Bugs - National Wildlife Federation [PAR] Learn about the biology, range and behaviors of the firefly or lightning bug. ... 
Each species has its own pattern of light flashing, which is controlled by the 
nervous ... Bioluminescence in fireflies is nearly 100 percent efficient, meaning 
that little... [DOC] [TLE] Firefly (Lightning Bug) - Animals - National Geographic [PAR] Fireflies have dedicated light organs that are located under their abdomens. ... 
Firefly light is usually intermittent, and flashes in patterns that are unique to each 
species. Each blinking pattern is an optical signal that helps fireflies find potential
... [DOC] [TLE] Fireflies' Unique Flashes Help Distinguish Species - Live Science [PAR] Mar 29, 2012 ... "That is the same in (frogs), every (frog) species has its own song, and ... Fireflies, 
bioluminescent organisms that are able to produce their own light ... The big 
dipper firefly, Photinus pyralis, flies in a "J" pattern as it flashes. [DOC] [TLE] Fireflies-Lightning Bugs-Firefly - Kevin Adams [PAR] Mating and bioluminescence of fireflies and lightning bugs in North Carolina and 
Great ... each firefly species has a preferred habitat and exhibits unique 
characteristics. ... Each firefly species has a different flash pattern (called the "
flash code"), ... by producing flash codes to mimic the prey of females from their 
own species. [DOC] [TLE] bioluminescence - National Geographic Society [PAR] Jun 13, 2013 ... First, freshwater habitats have not been around as long as marine ... These 
bioluminescent marine species include fish, bacteria, and jellies. ... Some 
bioluminescent organisms produce (synthesize) luciferin on their own. .... The 
pattern of their flashes tells nearby females what species of firefly they are and... [DOC] [TLE] Fireflies! - Signs of Spring: Report Your Observations! [PAR] But among flashing fireflies, each separate flashing species has its own unique, 
... I'm the light of your life, check me out,

Question: Each species of this bioluminescent bug has its own characteristic flashing pattern
Answer: Firefly