Harmonia is an entomological paradise filled with thousands of fantastically colored and patterned species straight out of a DMT trip. If you’re a bug geek, the information below may excite you, though probably not the same excitement Kelly was upon a meeting withe family.
You can read part of Kelly’s journey of becoming one with creepy crawlies here. Below is a little more info for the entomology nerds.
http://www.harmonia.life/blog/the-jungle-diaries-the-meloidae-syndicate
Fireflies
Photinus pyralis: Also known as the common eastern firefly, this species is found throughout the eastern United States and Central America. The larvae of this species are known as “glowworms” and are often found in the soil.
Photinus consimilis: This species is found in Central and South America, including Nicaragua. The larvae of this species are also found in the soil.
Photuris: This is a large genus of fireflies found throughout the Americas, including Nicaragua. Some species in this genus are known for their predatory behavior, as they mimic the flashing patterns of other firefly species in order to lure them in and eat them.
Pyractomena: This genus of fireflies is found in North and Central America. The larvae of some species in this genus are bioluminescent and produce light in order to attract prey.
Lucidota: This genus of fireflies is found in the neotropical region, including Nicaragua. Some species in this genus have been observed to synchronize their flashing patterns.
Pteroptyx: This genus of fireflies is found in Southeast Asia and Oceania, but there is one species, Pteroptyx bearni, that is found in Central America, including Nicaragua. This species is known for its bright orange coloration.
Photinus carolinus: This species, also known as the synchronous firefly, is found in the eastern United States and parts of Central America, including Nicaragua. This species is known for its synchronized flashing patterns during mating season.
Lampyridae: This family of fireflies is found throughout the world, including Nicaragua. There are many different genera within this family, and some species in this family have lost their ability to produce light altogether.
Photuris versicolor: This species is found in Central and South America, including Nicaragua. The larvae of this species are often found in damp soil.
Phausis reticulata: This species is found in the southeastern United States and Central America, including Nicaragua. The larvae of this species are often found in rotting logs.
