University of Colorado Boulder researchers study Colorado fireflies using 360-degree cameras, aiming to raise firefly literacy and preserve their habitats.

University of Colorado Boulder researchers blend tech and natural history, using 360-degree cameras to study little-known Colorado fireflies. Firefly populations may be vanishing due to habitat loss and artificial light, but understanding their unique flash patterns could help preserve them. The team aims to raise "firefly literacy" in Colorado, as many people are unaware of these insects living in their own backyards.

July 12, 2024
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