Bicellonycha wickershamorum
Cicero, 1982
Southwest spring firefly
Bicellonycha wickershamorum is a North described by Cicero in 1982. It is among four firefly species petitioned for listing under the U.S. due to concerns. The species belongs to the Photurinae, which includes flashing fireflies that use bioluminescent signals for communication. Two are recognized: B. w. wickershamorum and B. w. piceum.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Bicellonycha wickershamorum: /bɪˌsɛloʊˈnaɪkə ˌwɪkərˈʃeɪmɔrum/
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Distribution
North America. Specific range details within this region are not well documented in available sources.
Human Relevance
The has been petitioned for listing as threatened or endangered under the U.S. . It is included as a priority species in the Xerces Society's Atlas science program, which engages volunteers to document firefly across North America.