Rare blue-ghost fireflies are generally associated with the southern Appalachian region, but researchers say their range is ...

In the forests near Asheville, rare fireflies known as "blue ghosts" are lighting up the woods – and helping a storm-battered mountain city recover through tourism.

Following Hurricane Helene's devastation, Asheville, North Carolina, witnesses the return of the rare blue ghost fireflies.

Clermont — A rare species of fireflies has been found at Bernheim Forest and Arboretum in Clermont. Fireflies, also often called lightning bugs, are one of the few groups of insects that are ...

Blue ghost fireflies, found in North Carolina's Pisgah National Forest, emit a blue glow during mating season, creating an eerie light effect. These rare fireflies can be viewed on guided tours in ...

A beloved event surrounding a rare natural phenomenon found in Western North Carolina is returning once again. Tickets for the 2025 Blue Ghost Firefly Tour go on sale on April 8. Event organizer ...

Blue ghost fireflies (Phausis reticulata) are a small variety of firefly present only in mature wooded environments. They have a pale green lantern that can be seen when viewed closely ...

There are different species of ghost fireflies, including the blue ghost, which despite its name glows green. Ghost fireflies move like an apparition. “You’re out in the darkness. There’s ...

This annual event offers a rare opportunity to witness the mesmerizing display of the elusive Blue Ghost Fireflies (Phausis reticulata) in their natural habitat. Blue Ghost fireflies are a rare ...

A long, slow-moving trail of light created by a Blue Ghost firefly is visible late Saturday, June 22, near Cincinnati. Fireflies produce a chemical reaction inside their bodies, allowing them to ...