Firefly

Description:

Bioluminescent insect common in eastern North America. Dozens of species are present and they all have unique flash patterns to insure that they attract the right species. A staple of warm summer nights. I have many fawned memories of catching them and putting them in a jar so I can watch them glow close-up. I've been trying to get the first shot for nearly 3 years and was excited to finally get it.

Habitat:

Common in woodlands, backyards and forest edges in early to mid summer. There seemed to be an early brood in early May which preferred grasslands and prairies.

Notes:

Help narrowing down the scientific name would be appreciated.