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2. Bug zapper - Wikipedia

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   A bug zapper, more formally called an electrical discharge insect control system, electric insect killer or (insect) electrocutor trap, is a device that attracts and kills flying insects that are attracted by light. A light source attracts insects to an electrical grid, where they are electrocuted by touching two wires with a high voltage ...

3. 7 Bioluminescent Bugs That Light Up

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   Summary of 7 Bioluminescent bugs That Light Up. From worms to beetles to cockroaches, these examples all give off light for defense or to attract a mate. Name. Location. Unique Feature. 1.

4. Insect trap - Wikipedia

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   Grasshoppers and some beetles are attracted to lights at a long range but are repelled by it at short range. Farrow's light trap has a large base so that it captures insects that may otherwise fly away from regular light traps. [4] [5] Light traps can attract flying and terrestrial insects, and lights may be combined with other methods ...

5. This Is Why Bugs Are Attracted to Light

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6. Photinus pyralis - Wikipedia

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   The light organ of P. pyralis is composed of two layers: a layer of refractile cells on the dorsal side and a photic layer with light-producing cells on the ventral side. [28] The light organ (specifically the photogenic layer) is supplied with numerous tracheal branches, which are thought to provide the required oxygen for light production. [28]

7. Lampyris noctiluca - Wikipedia

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   They typically favor chalky and limestone areas, open grass, hedges, and woodland and will rarely be found on land which has been improved for agricultural purposes. They prefer open air, especially for evolutionary purposes for the female to be able to attract a male through her light display during the months of June, July, and August.