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Mostly to attract a mate, apparently. They flash in a specific sequence to attract the right species of mate. However, some species attract other species by flashing 'their' code. Then when a potential mate arrives, they eat 'm.
Woah. That's awesome! Look at one upclose, cover it with your hands, and it may flash. It's beautiful.
What else can I help you with?
What are adaptations of firefly squid?
The firefly has had to make a number of adaptations in order to survive. The firefly has had to create a light to see at night for example.
How do you know when its a girl firefly or a boy firefly?
You will because a boy firefly light ups while the girl wont light up
Is firefly a light source?
yes
Is a firefly an example of direct light or indirect light?
A firefly is an example of direct light, as it emits its own light through a process called bioluminescence.
What is the main purpose of the chemical light in the abdomen of a firefly?
The male firefly uses it to attract female fireflies.
What animals produce its own light?
A firefly!
What is a light bugs real name?
Firefly
What is the name of the fly that has a light in it?
Firefly or glowfly
What special ability of a firefly?
To produce light
If the sequence ATG codon in a specific firefly should become ATA after a mutation will the firefly be able to emit light?
If the ATG codon is mutated to an ATA codon, the firefly may still be able to emit light. If the amino acid it codes for stays the same, the fly will emit light.
Is firefly reflection or source of light?
It is a source of light - through bio-luminescence.
What gene did they use to create glowing mice?
A gene from a firefly
