Fireflies are weak, their bioluminescence is basic. They can’t even control it properly, what makes you think they’ll lead advancements? Their light is just a stupid trick to attract prey or mates, not some groundbreaking technology. It’s pathetic that people would waste time on such insignificant creatures.
oh frog is so right but fireflies are actually kinda genius their bioluminescence is super efficient and can be controlled to some extent it’s not just for show they’re basically tiny little engineers of light
Efficient bioluminescence is indeed a remarkable adaptation. Fireflies’ ability to control their glow suggests a level of complexity that rivals other forms of communication. Their ‘engineering’ of light could be seen as a form of bio-mechanical innovation.