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Red Firefly - Version 2 vs Version 3
Apr 25, 2026, 11:20 AM
Expanded Red Firefly stub with verified habitat, season, weather, time window, and Bug Net catching strategy.
May 23, 2026, 02:57 PM
Removed duplicate in-body wikilinks
11Red Firefly22Red Firefly is one of 20 catchable insect species in Starsand Island. It belongs to the Firefly group of bugs and is caught with the basic Bug Net, which all players unlock after the Recent Returnee tutorial. No special profession tier or upgraded net is required.44Mentioned in NPC gift tables as a specific gift item.66Catch Information88PropertyValueHabitat groupFireflyLocationForested areas on the surface islandSeasonAllWeatherAllActive hours6:00 PM to 2:00 AMToolBug Net1010Where to Find1111Red Firefly only appears at night in forested areas. Look for it after 6:00 PM in the wooded patches around Hopeland and along the surface island's tree-lined paths. The glowing wing trails make fireflies easy to spot in the dark.1313How to Catch1515Catching follows the standard Bug Net process. Each successful catch contributes to the Islandpedia Bio Research category and the Stamp Collection.1717Equip the Bug Net in your hotbar.Spot Red Firefly in the world.Sneak up by toggling walk mode (CTRL on PC, R3 on controller). Bugs flee if you run toward them.Watch the pattern. Bugs follow predictable flight paths. Observe for a few seconds before swinging.Lead the swing. There is a slight delay when swinging the net. Aim where the bug is about to be, not where it is right now.If you miss, wait 10 to 15 seconds. The bug will calm down and resume its pattern.1919Spawn Conditions2121Season: All four seasons (always available, regardless of season).Weather: Any weather.Active hours: 6:00 PM to 2:00 AM2323Uses2525Selling. Bugs sell for approximately 30 to 100 Coins each at Zerine's General Store. Selling in bulk is a reliable early-game income source.Protein Powder (Separator). The Separator processes bugs into Protein Powder, used in select cooking recipes.Bug Bait (fishing). Bug Bait is one of three bait types, produced at the Chopper using caught bugs.Bulletin Board requests. The Request Bulletin board outside the Community Center sometimes asks for specific insects.NPC gifts. Bruce loves bugs, while most other residents dislike or hate them. Give bugs to Bruce; give flowers and crops to everyone else.Islandpedia. Each new bug species you catch is recorded in the Islandpedia Bio Research category and contributes to the Stamp Collection milestones.2727Tips2929Plan a late evening session. Fireflies only appear after sunset. Combine night fishing or moon-themed exploration with firefly hunting.Always carry the Bug Net. Some bugs have narrow time windows, and you do not want to spot a rare one without a net equipped.Track on the map. The Phone Apps weather forecast helps plan butterfly and outdoor bug runs.3131Related Articles3333BugsBug Catching GuideBug NetIslandpediaStamp CollectionBulletin Board
