Nashville, like the rest of the country, had an especially mild, wet spring.
The bad news: Those conditions led to more bugs this summer.
The good news: That also means more fireflies than usual.
The big picture: In general, firefly populations have declined over the last 100 years, said Megan Abraham, division director and state entomologist at the Indiana Department of Natural Resources.
Yes, but: Conditions were good for fireflies this year, and there are likely more of them lighting up night skies near you than in recent summers.
What she's saying: "Every once in a while, we'll see a resurgence because of perfect weather conditions and there will be fireflies all over and that's what we're seeing this year," Abraham said.
💡 Tell us: Hit reply and let us know your favorite spots for watching fireflies in action in Tennessee.
Our pick: Stop by Shelby Bottoms for a chance to see them in action. The Shelby Bottoms Nature Center is hosting a nighttime walk this evening.
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