Fireflies Trek Pune

Fireflies in Pune

There are numerous sites to observe fireflies near Pune, such as Rajmachi, Bhandardara, Parabalmachi, Panshet, Khopoli, Bhimashankar, and Prushwadi. Andharban is also an ideal chance to see fireflies near Pune, located in the core western ghats and away from pollution.

Rajmachi Fireflies Camping near Pune

Rajmachi Fireflies Camping is deep in the woodland province near a village in the Lonavala and Karjat regions. The path to this spot is full of peaceful forests and fireflies. You can experience great fireflies at Rajmachi Fireflies Festival Camping 2023 from Mumbai and Pune. The event is kids, couples and family-friendly. Other non-crowded places to spot fireflies are Igatpuri, Bhandardara, Purushwadi, and Kothaligad.

Panshet Fireflies Camping in Pune

Panshet is a famous camping destination near Pune. You can relish Fireflies Camping at Panshet to witness the natural glooming light amidst the cliff, lakes and lush forest, an ideal ambience from the twinkling little fireflies in nature-friendly Camping. You can explore these little phenomena of nature sustainably without disturbing the ecology. The duration of the Camping is one night and two days.

Malshej Ghat Fireflies Camping near Pune

Malshej Ghat is a mountain pass in the Western Ghats range in the Thane district of Maharashtra, India. Malshej Ghat Lakeside Fireflies Camping is located at Pimpalgaon Joga Dam. You can enjoy spending overnight beside a bonfire and Malshej Lake. 

You don’t have to carry camping gear or food. We provide snacks, live BBQ, unlimited dinner, and breakfast at a specific time from 4 pm check-in to the next day’s 11 am checkout. 

Bhandardara Fireflies Camping from Pune

Camping at the Bhandardara Fireflies Festival is an annual event that begins the last week of May and continues for three to four weeks. The campers at Bhandardara are treated to an enchanted performance by the fireflies, illuminating the entire campsite. The sparkling blue-green water of Bhandardara and the surrounding lush green mountains adorned by fireflies make for a breathtaking sight. It is possible to see millions of fireflies buzzing around in the gloomy environment before the monsoon season begins. This is the time of year when fireflies mate.

Best time to see Fireflies near Pune 

Summertime is the best time of year to look for fascinating insects known as fireflies. Every species of firefly has its distinctive pattern of flashing. When a male firefly wants to communicate with a female firefly, he will fly low to the ground and flash his light every six seconds. This will attract the attention of the female firefly.

The closer he is to the ground, the more quickly a female can determine whether or not he belongs to the same species as she does. (The majority of female fireflies are unable to fly.) These lights convey a different meaning to predators, such as birds and toads.

Even though they can recognise fireflies by their distinctive glow, they only occasionally consume the insects. This is because fireflies exude drops of blood that are both poisonous and have an unpleasant taste. Their flashing serves as a warning light, instructing potential predators to keep their distance. Although they are not in danger of extinction, scientists are concerned about fireflies.

Insects have been less frequently observed during summer over the past few years. Likely, light pollution, the use of pesticides, and the loss of habitat have all affected the population. An excess of nighttime light can be harmful to wildlife, as it disrupts their migratory patterns and impairs their ability to hunt. Light pollution makes it difficult for fireflies to communicate with one another and can even prevent them from doing so.

What is the cost of Fireflies Camping Pune?

The cost of fireflies camping from Pune varies depending on your location and package. For example, the cost of fireflies camping in Malshej Ghat is Rs. 1000/- per person for children between 5 to 11 years and Rs. 1400/- per person for adults. 

Habitat of the Fireflies 

Multiple environments are home to fireflies. The edges of forests and fields and the spaces between are home to a wealth of thriving species. Some people live in drier regions but migrate during wetter months anyway. One thing is consistent among most firefly species: stagnant water. They close their homes to bodies of water such as ponds, streams, marshes, rivers, and lakes, but they only require a small amount of water to survive. Vernal pools and small depressions that hold water during the time of year when fireflies are mating can provide the fireflies with the habitat they require.

What is the life cycle of fireflies?

The life cycle of a firefly consists of four stages: the egg, the larva, the pupa, and the adult. Fireflies go through a complete metamorphosis. Around the middle of summer, fertilised females will lay approximately one hundred spherical eggs singly or in clusters in the soil or near the soil's surface. 

The eggs take about three weeks to hatch, and the larvae eat earthworms, snails, and slugs as their primary food sources. The larvae are bioluminescent, so they light up when exposed to darkness. 

After undergoing many moults, the larvae will eventually pupate in the soil within small cells. (Insects can routinely shed their exoskeleton through a process known as moulting at specific points in their life cycles.) 

After about two weeks in the pupal stage, an adult firefly will eventually emerge. The life span of an adult firefly is only a few weeks, and they do not eat. Before passing away, they reproduce by laying eggs and mating.

What is the scientific name of fireflies?

Its scientific name, Lampyridae, refers to the family of fireflies. The name comes from the Latin word Lampyris, which roughly translates to glowworm in modern English (even though glowworm refers exclusively to a firefly larva or wingless adult). There are approximately 2,000 different documented species of fireflies, each with its unique appearance and behaviour.

Purushwadi Fireflies Camping

Purushwadi is the abode of millions of fireflies, and these magical creatures form a spectacle during their mating season. The Purushwadi fireflies camping package includes a transport tent stay, dinner, breakfast, and a guide.