firefly

• Ночной жук, распространённый в тёплых регионах, известный светящимися органами брюшка; также относится к тропическому американскому жуку-щелкуну с яркими светящимися пятнами.

A nocturnal beetle common in warm regions, known for having luminescent abdominal organs; also refers to a tropical American click beetle with bright luminous spots.

irregular plural

1. Bioluminescent beetleB1formal

   A nocturnal beetle found in warm regions, known for producing light from its abdominal organs.

   Светлячок

   • Fireflies light up the summer night sky.
   • Children love to catch fireflies in jars.
   • The firefly's glow is a result of a chemical reaction.

   Synonymsglowwormlightning bug

2. Tropical click beetleB2formalamerican

   A type of click beetle from tropical America that has bright luminous spots.

   Тропический жук-щелкун

   • The tropical firefly is known for its vivid flashes.
   • Scientists study the tropical firefly for its unique bioluminescence.
   • The bright spots on the tropical firefly are used for communication.