Firefly Quiz: Test Yourself on These Insects!

Quiz Questions

What type of animal is a firefly?

• Insect/Beetle
• Mammal
• Reptile
• Bird

What is the scientific name for a firefly?

• Arthropoda
• Coleoptera
• Lampyridae
• Insecta

What is the most common color of a firefly?

• Green
• Yellow
• Blue
• Black/Brown

What is the purpose of a firefly's light?

• To find food
• To communicate with other fireflies
• To scare predators
• To attract mates

How long does the average firefly live?

• 1-2 years
• 1-2 months
• 1-2 days
• 1-2 weeks

What is the common name for the process of a firefly producing light?

• Photosynthesis
• Bioluminescence
• Chemosynthesis
• Hydrolysis

At what time of day are fireflies most active?

• Morning
• Evening
• Afternoon
• Night

What is the purpose of a firefly's light patterns?

• To attract prey
• To identify species
• To warn predators
• To indicate location

What is the primary diet of a firefly?

• Nectar
• Meat
• Leaves
• Other insects

What type of environment do fireflies prefer?

• Hot
• Dry
• Cold
• Wet

During what season do fireflies mate?

• Fall
• Winter
• Summer
• Spring

What is the purpose of a firefly's courtship flight?

• To escape predators
• To find food
• To attract mates
• To mark territory

What is the primary predator of fireflies?

• Birds
• Spiders
• Frogs
• Humans

What is the lifespan of a firefly larva?

• 1-2 years
• 1-2 months
• 1-2 days
• 1-2 weeks

What is the lifespan of a firefly adult?

• 1-2 years
• 1-2 months
• 1-2 weeks
• 1-2 days