First South American insect Which emits blue light is Found

First South American insect that emits blue light is discovered

Brazilian scientists have discovered a new species of fungus gnat (Keroplatidae) whose creatures emit blue light. The fly inhabits an Atlantic Rainforest reserve in São Paulo State. This is the first listing of a bioluminescent species in the Neotropics. Many bioluminescent insects and fungi are studied in the area, however all…
News story published on 2019-10-31T10:59:00.0000000Z