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Do you like lightning bugs? The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources needs your help

7/23/2023

The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) recently shared a Facebook post asking for help.

WVDNR is conducting a survey of lightning bugs, fireflies, and glowworms on state parks, state forests, and state rail trails.

Almost every West Virginian child remembers seeing the majestic flashing displays of fireflies growing up, but slowly their numbers are declining. Light pollution, habitat loss, and other factors are contributing to the loss of this mysterious insect.

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