What's Behind The Firefly's Glow | What's Inside?

The firefly is probably the Earth’s most famous bioluminescent species, with over 2,000 individual species. And the secret to its light comes from two essential components: luciferin and luciferase. But while the firefly may have evolved its lantern as a form of protection, today the lightning bugs use their light as a species-specific mating ritual. Here’s what really happens inside the firefly’s lantern. MORE WHAT'S INSIDE VIDEOS: What's Inside A Pimple?    • What's Inside A Pimple?   What's Inside Your Belly Button?    • What's Inside Your Belly Button?   What's Inside A Venus Flytrap?    • What's Inside A Venus Flytrap?   ------------------------------------------------------ #Fireflies #Science #ScienceInsider Science Insider tells you all you need to know about science: space, medicine, biotech, physiology, and more. Visit us at: https://www.businessinsider.com Science Insider on Facebook:   / businessinsiderscience   Science Insider on Instagram:   / science_insider   Business Insider on Twitter:   / businessinsider   Tech Insider on Twitter:   / techinsider   Business Insider/Tech Insider on Amazon Prime: http://read.bi/PrimeVideo ------------------------------------------------------ What's Behind The Firefly's Glow | What's Inside?