Yiranju Firefly Ecological Leisure Farm Introduction
Yiranju is the most well-planned firefly ecological exhibit center in Taiwan, with the interior primarily divided into two types of display areas: the Day Hall and the Night Hall. The focus of the Day Hall is to give visitors an initial understanding of the types and characteristics of fireflies through image displays and text explanations. It also showcases various live fireflies, introducing the growth process of fireflies from egg to larva, pupa, and adult stages. The Night Hall, known as the Wonderful Glow Zone, employs special display methods to help the public understand the different glowing behaviors of various firefly species on land and in water, leading to a more accurate understanding of fireflies. Fireflies, also known as lightning bugs, are insects that emit light. Generally, the period from March to June is when the most species of fireflies appear. Based on the environment in which the larvae grow, they can be classified as aquatic fireflies, semi-aquatic fireflies, and terrestrial fireflies. Fireflies' bodies are typically divided into the head, thorax, and abdomen, and they glow due to a gland containing luciferin, which emits light through an oxidation process. The light produced by fireflies is considered cold light, usually emitted for warning and courting purposes, often surprising us. To allow visitors to experience a deeper ecological ambiance, apart from the firefly ecological conservation center, efforts have also been made to plan the farm environment, especially by planting a variety of flowers in different colors, such as lavender, petunias, salvia, blue angelonia, and purple cloud flower, creating a vibrant and colorful scene. In addition to the recreational activities, visitors can enjoy rich coffee or flower tea made from herbs like lemon balm, lemon verbena, rosemary, and stevia, indulging in a leisurely afternoon tea time.
