A Guide to Establishing Firefly Sanctuaries
Firefly populations are in trouble. Of the more than 175 firefly species currently described from the U.S. and Canada, at least 18 are at risk of extinction and anecdotal reports suggest that even the more common and widespread species are declining in abundance. We know that protecting habitat for fireflies is vitally important. One way to do so is to establish firefly sanctuaries in areas where fireflies are known to occur.
This step-by-step guide, created for anyone who wants to establish a firefly sanctuary, will walk you through some of the main considerations for establishing one. The case studies at the end help to illustrate just a few of the many ways these sanctuaries can take shape.
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