Between Day and Dark
The time between day and dark is a prime viewing time for wildlife. Watch for bats flying at dusk in an open area of lawn or above a pond. These tiny creatures “clear the air” of many mosquitoes during summer, making your environment safer and more enjoyable. Their darting about makes for a fascinating early evening family event. Fireflies also flicker into action at dusk. These tiny light-bulbs add tremendous interest to the garden in the evening.
Viewer Tip: New England Wild Flower Society recommends leaving grass 3 to 4 inches long in order to encourage a healthy population of fireflies on your property. To welcome an abundance of fireflies on your property this summer, avoid using lawn pesticides or herbicides, which can destroy not only weeds but also your firefly population.
Season: Summer
This information is provided by New England Wild Flower Society. Learn more at www.newenglandwild.org.
