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What is 'lightning bug' in German?

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Anonymous

14y ago
Updated: 8/18/2019

"Leuchtkäfer" is a German equivalent of "lightning bug" (Lampyridae family).

The lightning bug is known for the glow of a green, red or yellow light from its lower abdomen. Some scientists suggest that the light serves different purposes depending upon the particular stage of the firefly's life cycle. Specifically, in the larval stage, the light may warn predators of this glowing worm's unpleasant and even poisonous taste. In the adult, winged, flying stage, the light is thought to serve the purpose of attracting a mate.

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