Lightning bugs and fireflies are the same insect, but go by different names across the U.S. They typically peak in early summer but they may be a week or so ahead.
INDIANA, USA — Lightning bugs started flying around a bit earlier this year thanks to our wetter and warmer spring overall! Peak season may a bit earlier than normal this year. to track the latest rain and humidity forecast, which lightning bugs love.While there are many species within the family of insects, they are the same thing. Different regions of the country have called them different names, but it's the same bug. We'll use both names interchangeably.
There are many species that have varying lifespans and spawning times, but generally we see lightning bugs peak in the south first, spreading north through the early summer season. They tend to come out with warmer and more humid weather. Some species come out earlier and some come out later. But there seems to be a sweet spot for maximum lightning bug chances in the early summer.Credit: WTHR
Lightning bug season started a touch early and may peak a bit early. Local spots may vary on your temperature and recent rainfall. Much of the Ozarks, Ohio River Valley, and Corn Belt tend to have peak lightning bug season in June. Northern states see a peak generally in July. The map above shows the forecast this year, considering warmer, wetter days. On average these zones may be shifted 100 miles south or so.If you look at dusk, you'll see lightning bugs already in Indiana! Our peak timing to see them will be June. Some locations in southern Indiana may be early June, while most of the state can expect mid June to be peak season.Once we get past peak season, you will likely still see lightning bugs for a 3-4 more weeks.
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