When do Lightning Bugs Mate?
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TjoeBaxter is Hot Yo
ANSWERS: 5
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What do you think makes them glow!
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In early-summer (about now)for about a two week period. The times may vary a bit in different areas. The mating dance begins in evening after sundown. The light flashes are signals to potential mates. The light is produced by a chemical process called "bioluminescence". It is a bit complicated.
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When they are horny.
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After a nice dinner and a movie.
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Nighttime:)
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