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The firefly was designated as Pennsylvania's state insect in 1974 due to its popularity and significance in the state's natural heritage. Fireflies, particularly the Photinus pyralis species, are well-known for their bioluminescent displays during summer evenings, captivating both residents and visitors. Their presence is often associated with warm nights and outdoor activities, making them a beloved symbol of Pennsylvania's rich biodiversity. The designation also aimed to raise awareness about the importance of preserving natural habitats for these and other insects.
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Which state insect is the firefly?
The Pennsylvania firefly is one of the two state insects of Pennsylvania. The common firefly is a state insect of Tennessee.
What is the official PA state insect?
The firefly.
What is Pennsylvania's state bug?
The firefly
What is the state animal of the state of Pennsylvania?
White-tailed Deer (Odocoileus virginianus.)It also has a state dog, the great dane,State insect the firefly,State fish the brook trout andState bird the ruffed grouse.The hummingbird is the pannsylvania animal.
What is Tennessee state insect?
There are actually two Tennessee state insects, they are the ladybug and firefly.
What is the state insects of Tennessee?
* The Zebra Swallowtail is the Official State Butterfly. * The Honeybee is the State Agricultural Insect. * The lightning bug and ladybug are Official State Insects.
What is your states official insects?
I live in Tennessee. We have four official insects. They are the common eastern firefly, 7-spotted ladybug, European honey bee (state agriculture insect) and the zebra swallowtail butterfly (state butterfly).
State animal of Pennsylvania?
The firefly (commonly called "lightning bug") is Pennsylvania's state insect, as of April 10, 1974. As of December 5, 1988, the species "Photuris pennsylvanica, De Geer" is the official state insect.Sources: www.pa.gov > About Pennsylvaniahttp://www.legis.state.pa.us/WU01/VC/visitor_info/quiz2/insect.htm
When did the bee become the state insect of Missouri?
it had babies
What was the 2nd colony to become a state?
Pennsylvania
When did Baltimore checkerspot become Maryland's state insect?
1973
When did the checkerspot butterfly become maryland's state insect?
1937
