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Bioluminescence in the Emas National Park

Phenomenon of bioluminescence in cumpinzeiros of the Emas National Park. The larvae of vagaluma emit light to attract insects, especially termites.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 10.2017
Date Uploaded: 11.2017
Photo Location: Brazil
Camera: NIKON D810
Copyright: © Jorge Andre Diehl