Firefly Emporium

Presenting original firefly art, graphics, illustrations and designs for your enjoyment
Prepared by Terry Lynch
Artist and Naturalist

Please browse through these designs and the associated galleries. The products shown here are original concepts produced by the author. The proceeds will be used to support natural history research and to advocate the conservation of the environment, specifically saving the firefly which is rapidly disappearing from many areas due to urbanization. Thank you for your support and consideration.

The Firefly Gallery Original firefly creations, caricatures and slogans for you enjoyment Click on pic to buy these items Help save the firefly and draw attention to this critical concern with these high quality original graphic designs produced by naturalist, Terry Lynch. Many of the designs were produced from original sketches, graphics or caricatures. You will adore these lovely firefly design items which feature some very delightful, fun slogans. Just pick from these favorites: Fireflies Make Me Happy! I (Heart) Fireflies I Love Fireflies! Save the Fireflies! Fireflies Are For Lovers! Fireflies Catch & Release Firefly Enchantment: 256 synchronous flashing fireflies! The Firefly Goddess: 9 synchronous flashing fireflies. Firefly Goddess: 36 synchronous flashing fireflies Love Aglow: 9 synchronous flashing fireflies I (Heart) Fireflies: 42 synchronous flashing fireflies forming a heart I Love You Firefly Heart: 21 synchronous flashing fireflies forming a heart Firefly Mosaic: 672 synchronous flashing fireflies forming hearts in 16 tiles Firefly Company A: Features 128 synchronous flashing fireflies. The ultimate insect collection for home or office!

Original Reports by T. A. Lynch

• Blinks and Links Blink and Links is produced by The Firefly Project to help educate and inform the public about fireflies and other bioluminescent animals and plants.

• Firefly Help Education, Instructions, News and Advice: A Guide to the Study of Fireflies. In addition to Firefly FAQs this site will include news, updates and other wit and wisdom related to fireflies.

• Firefly Mysteries Revelations related to the egg, embryo, early instar and behavior of Photinus pyralis larvae with respect to gregarious feeding behavior, vivisection of host food via digestive enzymes, interring of earthworms and proof larvae use eyes and lanterns to form aggregates. This report includes photographs of P. pyralis and presents original research detailing rearing techniques and aspects of P. pyralis larvae behavior never before sited in the scientific literature. A challenge for investigators is offered with emphasis on the role firefly larvae may play in research into the genetic key codes which link and differentiate flash pattern to species.

• Flash Keys in Fireflies by Terry Lynch: Impressions and considerations with reference to the role of nitric oxide (NO) in firefly flash and the implication this has with respect to the timed delay between flashes of species and other related flash behavior. June 29, 2001, 16:40hrs.

• The Evolution of Synchronous Flash Behavior as a Function of Competition for Mates in Lampyradie: Photinus pyralis. By Terry Lynch. Studies made between 1968 - 1970 illustrate the various flash patterns of P. pyralis and suggest a theory to explain synchronous flash behavior in fireflies.

• Firefly Notebooks: How to rear fireflies by Terry Lynch Techniques with respect to the collection, observation and rearing of the firefly P. pyralis and Photuris with notes upon the feeding behavior of Photinid and Photuris larvae and the implications these contrasting behaviors have on evolution of the species in fireflies. Presents photomicrographs, drawings, diagrams and methodology with respect to original research related to the rearing of fireflies.

• Feeding behavior of Photinid larvae Model used to illustrate probably sequence with respect to predation of P. pyralis on earthworms.

• Firefly Safe Zones: Strategies for Reintroduction, Preservation and Maintenance of Vigorous Firefly Populations

• Fireflies vs. Humans: More Alien than Alien: Which is the more alien species homo sapiens or P. pyralis?

• Photinus pyralis Gallery: Microphotographs of embryonic firefly and early instar larvae

• GEO: Bioluminescent Springtails of Christchurch, New Zealand Original photo micrographs of a little known species of bioluminescent Collembola, Anurida granaria (Nicolet, 1847) are presented to celebrate the beauty and splendor of this Springtail from down under. Site includes guest book, gallery, links and updates.

• The Angel of Death This creature is Nature's ultimate weapon having killed more people than all the wars throughout history! It is irrresponsible for the world community to accept over one million deaths each year due to mosquito transmitted disease and over 300 million people to be infected by malaria, dengue fever and other diseases through mosquito bites. You can help stop the slaughter and balance the equation by visiting and supporting the Angel of Life Foundation.

• The Urban Jungle: Alien fungi and other wondrous flora and fauna of backyard America

• Terry's UV Light Trap A design showing how to make a simple UV light trap for the collection of nocturnal insects.

• The Firefly Gallery Help save the firefly! The proceeds from these charming design items will be used to support firefly studies and research and advocate preservation of the environment and fireflies.

Project Firefly

What is Project Firefly and how can I contribute to this important project?

Project Firefly is an independent, not-for-profit, unincorporated project dedicated to the research and study of fireflies and sharing information about fireflies and other bioluminescent animals and plants with people everywhere. Please visit the Project Firefly home page. If you are doing research or any type of serious studies related to fireflies you may be listed on the Project Firefly home page.

One of the primary goals of Project Firefly is to motivate people worldwide to study fireflies and help those interested in the study of fireflies to network and share their knowledge, experience and discoveries. You may support Project Firefly in a number of ways:

Make a donation: Donations of any amount are acceptable and will be applied to the research and study of fireflies and educational, on-line publications or Internet sites related to said firefly studies and/or other natural history, educational or informative projects. Suggested donations are: $5.00 student, $10.00 individual, $20.00 family, $50.00 business, $100.00 corporation, $500.00 benefactor. Donations are considered a gift to a private individual and are NOT tax deductible. You may also make donations via PayPal.com to the email address of terrylynch@aol.com. Thank you for your consideration and support.

You may also help by purchasing design items feature in the Byteland Art Gallery or available via our sponsor. Thank you for your support.

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Copyright © 1999 - 2005 by Terry Lynch. All Rights Reserved. The photographs, illustrations and copy written material on this site is original work and may not be reproduced, copied, exhibited, displayed , redistributed or otherwise used without first contacting the author to obtain prior written permission. Please contact Terry Lynch if you would like to use any of this material. Thank you for your consideration.