Why are Fireflies disappearing?

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Like fireworks on the Fourth-of-July, swimming pools, and carefree vacations: fireflies evoke a nostalgic feeling of summer.

 

Lighting up warm evenings with their gentle glow. Their flickering dance reminds us of summer nights spent outdoors, surrounded by laughter and the scent of roasting marshmallows by the campfire. Each flash brings back thoughts of childhood, creating an enchanting atmosphere that captures the essence of the season.

 

Many of us have cherished memories of spotting and catching them, but there are signs the next generation may not grow up with the same experiences we had.

 

Fireflies are disappearing from backyards all over the country—and all over the world. Sadly, if the patterns continue, fireflies may fade away forever, leaving our favorite summer nights a little darker and a little less magical.

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There seems to be a lot of evidence that as our open fields and forests are being paved over, the firefly habitats are disappearing under residential and commercial developments. We are also concerned that overuse of pesticides may contribute to the decline of the firefly population and their natural prey. It appears that since human activity has increased, firefly populations have gone down.

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At Dominion Pest Control LLC., we strive to protect our environment and beneficial insects for future generations. We aim to limit all exterior treatments to the actual structure of your home as much as possible and will never apply pesticides in anyway that will intentionally harm fireflies. 

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Do your part to save the fireflies by choosing an environmentally conscious pest control company like Dominion Pest Control LLC.

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For more information about our services, reach out to us today!