SPANISH FORK, Utah — After the sun sets, the grassy fields surrounding a farm in Utah County sparkle with tiny bits of light on summer nights. “This is firefly habitat,” said Diane Thompson Garcia.

Those warm, summer nights are lonely without the soft glow of fireflies. As more species continue to dwindle worldwide, many people are asking what can be done to help. Our beloved lightning bugs are ...

Learn about fireflies and insect mating habits during a free virtual program hosted by the UT Arboretum Society.

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