The smart guys, the scientists call it pteroplyx tener. We call it "kelip kelip" or fireflies. Kg. Kuantan claims to be one of 2 places in Kuala Selangor that become famous because of fireflies. So we decided to pay the place a visit.
Killing Time before dark & showtime
Kg. Kuantan Fireflies Sanctuary
The river was fast flowing. The boats looked small. The fireflies would be on the other side of the riverbank.
Our boatman
Boarding Time
Off into the darknessSadly, I could not photograph the fireflies as it was too dark for the camera to work. They lit up the "berembang" trees like Christmas trees. I was told the best time to see the fireflies is during moonless nights when things are pitch black. We came during moonlit night. Another ideal time will be after the rain.
The brightest lights emitted comes from male fireflies. It is the process of attracting females. The light comes at the rate of 3 blinks per second, so they told us.
It was still a sight to remember, a must see before you die.
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