Keep South Carolina Wild

Apr
29

Fireflies of South Carolina: The Natural History and Conservation of Lightning Bugs

Day of the Week: Wednesday

Event Date: April 29, 2026

Time: 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Free

Location: Online

How many types of lightning bugs are there in the Palmetto state? Where do they go during the winter? Are fireflies endangered? Join Xerces Society firefly biologist Richard Joyce for an evening presentation about the diversity, natural history and conservation of South Carolina’s lightning bugs, and learn how you can help protect and understand these magical insects.

Banner image credit: Synchronous Fireflies light up the forest at dusk by National Park Service.

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