Indoor large-scale aquaculture equipment and aquaculture method for aquatic fireflies

Abstract

The invention relates to the technical field of firefly cultivation, and discloses an indoor large-scale aquatic firefly cultivation device and method, and the device comprises a feeding frame, the bottom end of which is fixedly connected with a water storage tank; the panels are fixedly connected to the feeding frame in the axial direction and located above the water storage tank, a plurality of feeding pieces are fixedly connected to the top ends of the panels in the axial direction, and fireflies are fed in the feeding pieces; the circulating assembly comprises a water inlet pipeline, a water outlet pipeline and a filter part, one end of the water inlet pipeline and one end of the water outlet pipeline are communicated with the feeding part, the other end of the water inlet pipeline is communicated with the water storage tank, the filter part is installed on one side of the top of the water storage tank, and the water outlet pipeline is communicated with the water storage tank through the filter part; the cleaning part is arranged in the filtering part and is used for cleaning filtered matters on the filtering part; the adjusting part is arranged in the water storage tank and used for adjusting the water temperature. The breeding device can be used for breeding larvae and pupating mature larvae, and is simple in structure, convenient to breed and low in breeding cost.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of firefly breeding technology, and in particular to an indoor large-scale breeding equipment and method for aquatic fireflies. Background Technology

[0002] Fireflies belong to the family Lampyridae in the order Coleoptera. As holometabolous insects, their life cycle comprises four stages: egg, larva, pupa, and adult, with a generation typically taking one year to complete. The larval stage of aquatic fireflies can last up to 9 to 10 months. These larvae exhibit a tendency to congregate and collectively attack the same prey. They prefer to inhabit clear, slow-flowing, and shallow waters such as lakes, streams, or rice paddies. The remarkable bioluminescence of adult fireflies makes them not only an important natural predator insect resource but also a highly promising ornamental insect resource.

[0003] However, in recent years, due to human activities and changes in the natural environment, firefly habitats have been severely damaged, leading to a sharp decline in their population. For example, habitat loss is one of the key factors contributing to the sharp decline in firefly numbers, as some fireflies require specific environmental conditions to successfully complete their life cycle. Furthermore, the overuse of pesticides and light pollution also pose serious threats to the survival of fireflies.

[0004] Therefore, indoor breeding technology is particularly important to effectively protect firefly populations and meet their application needs in fields such as science education and ecotourism. Currently, firefly breeding technology is gradually maturing, but some problems still need to be addressed. For example, the crucial step of mature larvae pupating on land is not yet fully automated; it still requires manual labor to remove the mature larvae and transfer them to specialized pupation devices. This process is not only time-consuming and labor-intensive but also requires continuous human observation and intervention, which is not conducive to large-scale industrial breeding.

[0005] Therefore, there is an urgent need for indoor large-scale aquatic firefly breeding equipment and breeding methods to solve the above problems. Summary of the Invention

[0006] The purpose of this invention is to provide an indoor large-scale aquatic firefly breeding equipment and breeding method to solve the problems existing in the prior art.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following solution: The present invention provides an indoor large-scale aquatic firefly breeding device, comprising:

[0008] The feeding rack has a water storage tank fixedly connected to its bottom.

[0009] At least two panels are fixedly connected to the breeding rack along the axial direction and located above the water tank. Several breeding components are fixedly connected to the top of the panels along the axial direction, and fireflies are raised in the breeding components.

[0010] The circulation assembly includes an inlet pipe, an outlet pipe, and a filter element. One end of the inlet pipe and one end of the outlet pipe are respectively connected to the feeding device, and the other end of the inlet pipe is connected to the water storage tank. The filter element is installed on one side of the top of the water storage tank, and the outlet pipe is connected to the water storage tank through the filter element.

[0011] A cleaning component, disposed within the filter element, is used to clean the filtered material on the filter element;

[0012] An adjusting element, located inside the water storage tank, is used to regulate the water temperature.

[0013] According to the present invention, an indoor large-scale breeding device for aquatic fireflies is provided, wherein the breeding component includes a breeding box, the breeding box is fixedly connected to the top of the panel, a pupation platform is provided inside the breeding box, and a sponge block and sand are provided on the pupation platform.

[0014] According to the present invention, an indoor large-scale aquatic firefly breeding device is provided, wherein the filter element includes a primary filter box, a secondary filter box and a tertiary filter box arranged sequentially from top to bottom. One end of the water outlet pipe is connected to the primary filter box. A filter screen is fixedly connected to the top of the primary filter box. A filter sponge is provided at the bottom of the primary filter box. A ceramic ring is provided in the secondary filter box. A number of nano-bacterial houses are provided in the tertiary filter box.

[0015] According to the present invention, an indoor large-scale aquatic firefly breeding device is provided, wherein the cleaning component includes a transmission box, the transmission box is fixedly connected to the middle of the primary filter box, and two electric telescopic rods are fixedly connected to the top and bottom of the transmission box. The telescopic end of the electric telescopic rod located at the top extends out of the transmission box and is fixedly connected to a first support frame. A first central shaft is rotatably connected inside the first support frame, and a scraper is fixedly connected to the first central shaft. The scraper contacts the filter screen.

[0016] According to the present invention, an indoor large-scale aquatic firefly breeding device is provided, wherein the primary filter box has long grooves on both inner sidewalls, and a plurality of grooves are formed along the axial direction in the long grooves. A plurality of locking blocks are slidably connected in the grooves. One end of the first central shaft extends into the long groove and is fixedly connected to a toggle block, and the toggle block is in contact with the locking blocks.

[0017] According to the present invention, an indoor large-scale breeding device for aquatic fireflies is provided, wherein a spring is provided in the groove, and the two ends of the spring are respectively fixedly connected to the locking block and the bottom end of the groove.

[0018] According to the present invention, an indoor large-scale aquatic firefly breeding device is provided, wherein a second support frame is fixedly connected to the first support frame through the long groove, a second central shaft is rotatably connected inside the second support frame, a cleaning roller is fixedly connected to the second central shaft, and the cleaning roller is provided with a plurality of protrusions, the protrusions being adapted to the mesh of the filter screen.

[0019] According to the present invention, an indoor large-scale aquatic firefly breeding device is provided, wherein a toothed plate is fixedly connected in the long groove, and a gear is fixedly connected to one end of the second central shaft extending into the long groove, the gear meshing with the toothed plate.

[0020] According to the present invention, an indoor large-scale aquatic firefly breeding device is provided, wherein the regulating component includes a heating rod fixedly connected inside the water storage tank, and a temperature detector is installed on the water storage tank.

[0021] A method for large-scale indoor breeding of aquatic fireflies includes the following steps:

[0022] Egg collection and hatching: Place the eggs laid by adult fireflies on sponge mats, creeping resurrection plants or mosses into a water-filled breeding container. After hatching, the larvae will crawl into the water on their own.

[0023] Larval stage feeding: Feed the larvae with Chinese round snails 3-5 times a week, each time feeding 2% of their body weight, and clean up food residue in time;

[0024] Mature larvae emerge from the water to pupate: When aquatic fireflies develop to the mature larval stage, the mature larvae will climb along the sloping side of the frustum-shaped wooden block inside the rearing container to the sand above the sponge block and enter the pupation stage.

[0025] Collection of pupae: Before pupation, place plants close to the ground on top of the sand. The larvae will pupate between the plants and the soil. Collect the pupae.

[0026] Mating and egg laying of adults: The collected pupae are placed in the emergence mating chamber and wait for them to emerge as adults. The number of males in the emergence mating chamber is controlled to be greater than that of females. Sponge mats, creeping resurrection plants or mosses are placed in the chamber and the adults lay their eggs on the plants.

[0027] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following advantages and technical effects:

[0028] This invention provides an indoor large-scale aquatic firefly breeding equipment and method. In use, fireflies are raised through a feeding device, water is circulated through a circulation component, water temperature is regulated to meet the growth needs of the fireflies, and a cleaning component cleans the filter to ensure water cleanliness. This application eliminates the need for manual selection of mature larvae by incorporating a pupation platform within the feeding box, simplifying the tedious process of transferring mature larvae. This sloping pupation platform provides a crawling area for the larvae, thereby improving breeding efficiency and reducing breeding costs. It enables large-scale indoor artificial breeding of aquatic fireflies, allowing for real-time and precise monitoring and control of water temperature to ensure the stability and suitability of the breeding environment. This breeding equipment boasts advantages such as simple structure, minimal piping, lightweight, and low cost, providing high-quality breeding equipment for the firefly industry. It significantly improves the survival rate of aquatic firefly larvae and is suitable for large-scale breeding of various types of aquatic fireflies, effectively overcoming the bottlenecks in large-scale aquatic firefly breeding technology. Attached Figure Description

[0029] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention or the prior art, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly described below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0030] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the present invention;

[0031] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the primary filter box of the present invention;

[0032] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the cleaning component structure of the present invention;

[0033] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram showing the contact state between the actuating block and the locking block of the present invention;

[0034] The components include: 1. Feeding rack; 2. Water tank; 3. Inlet pipe; 4. Outlet pipe; 5. Feeding box; 6. Pupation platform; 7. Panel; 8. Primary filter box; 9. Secondary filter box; 10. Tertiary filter box; 11. Filter screen; 12. Transmission box; 13. Electric telescopic rod; 14. First support frame; 15. First central shaft; 16. Scraper; 17. Long groove; 18. Groove; 19. Locking block; 20. Actuating block; 21. Spring; 22. Second support frame; 23. Second central shaft; 24. Cleaning roller; 25. Toothed plate; 26. Gear; 27. Temperature detector; 28. Heating rod; 29. ​​Water pump. Detailed Implementation

[0035] The technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0036] To make the above-mentioned objects, features and advantages of the present invention more apparent and understandable, the present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0037] Reference Figures 1-4 This invention provides an indoor large-scale aquatic firefly breeding device, comprising:

[0038] The bottom of the feeding rack 1 is fixedly connected to a water storage tank 2;

[0039] At least two panels 7 are fixedly connected to the breeding rack 1 along the axial direction and located above the water tank 2. Several breeding components are fixedly connected to the top of the panels 7 along the axial direction, and fireflies are raised in the breeding components.

[0040] The circulation component includes an inlet pipe 3, an outlet pipe 4, and a filter element. One end of the inlet pipe 3 and one end of the outlet pipe 4 are respectively connected to the feeding device, and the other end of the inlet pipe 3 is connected to the water storage tank 2. The filter element is installed on one side of the top of the water storage tank 2, and the outlet pipe 4 is connected to the water storage tank 2 through the filter element.

[0041] The cleaning component, located inside the filter element, is used to clean the filtered material from the filter element.

[0042] The regulating component, located inside the water storage tank 2, is used to regulate the water temperature.

[0043] In one embodiment of the present invention, fireflies are raised using a feeding device, water is circulated using a circulation component, the water temperature is adjusted using a regulating component to meet the growth needs of the fireflies, and the filter is cleaned using a cleaning component to ensure the cleanliness of the water source.

[0044] As an optional implementation, the breeding device includes a breeding box 5, which is fixedly connected to the top of the panel 7. A pupation platform 6 is provided inside the breeding box 5, and a sponge block and sand are provided on the pupation platform 6.

[0045] In one embodiment of the present invention, a suitable environment is provided for firefly larvae to pupate, with sponge blocks and sand simulating a natural pupation site, which facilitates the successful pupation of mature larvae.

[0046] As an optional implementation, the filter includes a primary filter box 8, a secondary filter box 9, and a tertiary filter box 10 arranged sequentially from top to bottom. One end of the water outlet pipe 4 is connected to the primary filter box 8. A filter screen 11 is fixedly connected to the top of the primary filter box 8. A filter sponge is provided at the bottom of the primary filter box 8. A ceramic ring is provided in the secondary filter box 9. A number of nano-bacterial houses are provided in the tertiary filter box 10.

[0047] In one embodiment of the present invention, a multi-stage filtration method is adopted. The filter screen 11 and filter sponge of the first-stage filter box 8 can initially filter larger impurities and particles; the ceramic ring of the second-stage filter box 9 can increase the filtration area of ​​water and adsorb more impurities; the nano-bacterial house of the third-stage filter box 10 can provide a place for beneficial bacteria to attach, further purify the water quality, and provide a good aquatic environment for fireflies.

[0048] As an optional implementation, the cleaning component includes a transmission box 12, which is fixedly connected to the middle of the primary filter box 8. Two electric telescopic rods 13 are fixedly connected to the top and bottom of the transmission box 12. The telescopic end of the electric telescopic rod 13 at the top extends out of the transmission box 12 and is fixedly connected to a first support frame 14. A first central shaft 15 is rotatably connected inside the first support frame 14. A scraper 16 is fixedly connected to the first central shaft 15 and contacts the filter screen 11.

[0049] In one embodiment of the present invention, the electric telescopic rod 13 can drive the first support frame 14 to move up and down, thereby causing the scraper 16 to scrape on the filter screen 11, cleaning the filter material on the filter screen 11, preventing the filter screen 11 from clogging, and ensuring the filtration effect.

[0050] As an optional implementation, the primary filter box 8 has long grooves 17 on both inner sidewalls. Several grooves 18 are formed along the axial direction in the long grooves 17. Several locking blocks 19 are slidably connected in the grooves 18. One end of the first central shaft 15 extends into the long groove 17 and is fixedly connected to a toggle block 20. The toggle block 20 is in contact with the locking block 19.

[0051] In one embodiment of the present invention, when the scraper 16 cleans the filter screen 11, the actuating block 20 contacts the locking block 19, and the locking block 19 is pressed into the groove 18. Conversely, when the scraper 16 returns to its initial position, the actuating block 20, which is in contact with the rear end of the locking block 19, does not move downward, thereby causing the actuating block 20 to lift up and separate from the filter screen 11, thereby realizing the scraping and cleaning of the scraper 16 from top to bottom.

[0052] As an optional implementation, a spring 21 is provided in the groove 18, and the two ends of the spring 21 are fixedly connected to the locking block 19 and the bottom end of the groove 18, respectively.

[0053] In one embodiment of the present invention, the spring 21 makes the locking block 19 elastic, which can play a buffering role when the actuating block 20 contacts the locking block 19, and at the same time allows the locking block 19 to return to its original position after being actuated, ensuring continuous and effective contact between the actuating block 20 and the locking block 19.

[0054] As an optional implementation, the first support frame 14 is fixedly connected to the second support frame 22 via the elongated groove 17. The second support frame 22 is rotatably connected to the second central shaft 23. The cleaning roller 24 is fixedly connected to the second central shaft 23. The cleaning roller 24 is provided with a plurality of protrusions that are adapted to the mesh of the filter screen 11.

[0055] In one embodiment of the present invention, the cleaning roller 24 can rotate as the first support frame 14 moves, and the protrusions on it can be inserted into the mesh of the filter screen 11 to further clean the blockage in the mesh and enhance the cleaning effect.

[0056] As an optional implementation, a toothed plate 25 is fixedly connected inside the long groove 17, and one end of the second central shaft 23 extends into the long groove 17 and is fixedly connected to a gear 26, which meshes with the toothed plate 25.

[0057] In one embodiment of the present invention, when the first support frame 14 moves, the gear 26 rolls on the toothed plate 25, driving the second central shaft 23 and the cleaning roller 24 to rotate, so that the cleaning roller 24 can more effectively clean the mesh of the filter screen 11.

[0058] As an optional implementation, the regulating component includes a heating rod 28 fixedly connected inside the water storage tank 2, and a temperature detector 27 is installed on the water storage tank 2.

[0059] In one embodiment of the present invention, the heating rod 28 can adjust the water temperature in the water storage tank 2, the temperature detector 27 can detect the water temperature in real time, and the water temperature can be precisely adjusted by the heating rod 28 according to the water temperature required for firefly growth, so as to provide a suitable water temperature environment for fireflies, and the water flow is realized by the water pump 29.

[0060] A method for large-scale indoor breeding of aquatic fireflies includes the following steps:

[0061] Egg collection and hatching: Place the eggs laid by adult fireflies on sponge mats, creeping resurrection plants or mosses into a water-filled breeding container. After hatching, the larvae will crawl into the water on their own.

[0062] The firefly eggs, laid on a sponge pad, are placed in a water-filled rearing box 5. Water is added to the rearing box 5 by opening the corresponding valve, maintaining a water depth of 4 cm. After adding water, the dissolved oxygen and water temperature in the rearing box 5 are adjusted using air stones and a heater, maintaining the water temperature at 26℃. Once the eggs hatch, the larvae will immediately crawl into the water. The young larvae are then transferred to the rearing box 5 containing a pupation platform 6. The entire egg stage lasts approximately 20 days.

[0063] Larval stage feeding: Feed the larvae with Chinese round snails 3-5 times a week, each time feeding 2% of their body weight, and clean up food residue in time;

[0064] After transferring the larvae to the rearing box 5 containing the pupation platform 6, feeding and rearing can begin. The valve inside the rearing box 5 should be kept open daily, allowing excess water to drain through the overflow outlet at the bottom of the box into the outlet pipe 4, maintaining water flow. The entire rearing period is relatively long; if any larvae die, they should be removed promptly. When feeding young larvae, the snail meat should be removed for them to eat; for middle and older larvae, whole snails can be fed directly.

[0065] Mature larvae emerge from the water to pupate: When aquatic fireflies develop to the mature larval stage, the mature larvae will climb along the sloping side of the frustum-shaped wooden block inside the rearing container to the sand above the sponge block and enter the pupation stage.

[0066] When the aquatic fireflies develop into mature larvae, they will climb up the slope on the side of the pupation platform 6 inside the rearing box 5, eventually reaching the sandy soil above the sponge block to enter the pupation stage. Before the larvae enter the sandy soil, small holes can be randomly poked in the sandy surface with tweezers. The larvae will choose a suitable hole to crawl into and use their mandibles to build an oval-shaped earthen pupa around themselves, thus isolating themselves from external disturbances and preventing fungal infections.

[0067] Collection of pupae: Before pupation, place plants close to the ground on top of the sand. The larvae will pupate between the plants and the soil. Collect the pupae.

[0068] To facilitate the collection of pupae, some low-lying plants, such as creeping selaginella, can be placed on top of the sand before the larvae pupate. This way, the larvae do not need to burrow and can pupate directly between the plants and the soil. After a period of time, the larvae will shed their black skin and transform into true pupae. At this point, all the pupae can be collected. The molting process takes approximately two days.

[0069] Mating and egg laying of adults: The collected pupae are placed in the emergence mating chamber and wait for them to emerge as adults. The number of males in the emergence mating chamber is controlled to be greater than that of females. Sponge mats, creeping resurrection plants or mosses are placed in the chamber and the adults lay their eggs on the plants.

[0070] In the emergence and mating chamber, ensure that the number of males exceeds that of females, and place sponge mats and creeping selaginella tamariscina to create suitable conditions for adult mating. After mating, the adults will lay their eggs on the sponge mats or creeping selaginella tamariscina. The temperature in the emergence and mating chamber should be controlled at 25°C, and water should be sprayed regularly to maintain humidity.

[0071] In the description of this invention, it should be understood that the terms "longitudinal", "lateral", "up", "down", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this invention, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this invention.

[0072] The embodiments described above are merely preferred embodiments of the present invention and are not intended to limit the scope of the present invention. Various modifications and improvements made by those skilled in the art to the technical solutions of the present invention without departing from the spirit of the present invention should fall within the protection scope defined by the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. A large-scale indoor aquatic firefly breeding equipment, characterized in that, include: The feeding rack (1) has a water storage tank (2) fixedly connected to its bottom end. At least two panels (7) are fixedly connected to the breeding rack (1) along the axial direction and located above the water tank (2). Several breeding components are fixedly connected to the top of the panels (7) along the axial direction, and fireflies are raised in the breeding components. The circulation component includes an inlet pipe (3), an outlet pipe (4), and a filter element. One end of the inlet pipe (3) and one end of the outlet pipe (4) are respectively connected to the feeding device. The other end of the inlet pipe (3) is connected to the water storage tank (2). The filter element is installed on one side of the top of the water storage tank (2). The outlet pipe (4) is connected to the water storage tank (2) through the filter element. A cleaning component, disposed within the filter element, is used to clean the filtered material on the filter element; An adjusting element is installed inside the water storage tank (2) to regulate the water temperature.

2. The indoor large-scale aquatic firefly breeding equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The feeding device includes a feeding box (5), which is fixedly connected to the top of the panel (7). A pupation platform (6) is provided inside the feeding box (5), and a sponge block and sand are provided on the pupation platform (6).

3. The indoor large-scale aquatic firefly breeding equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The filter components include a primary filter box (8), a secondary filter box (9), and a tertiary filter box (10) arranged sequentially from top to bottom. One end of the water outlet pipe (4) is connected to the primary filter box (8). A filter screen (11) is fixedly connected to the top of the primary filter box (8). A filter sponge is provided at the bottom of the primary filter box (8). A ceramic ring is provided in the secondary filter box (9). Several nano-bacterial houses are provided in the tertiary filter box (10).

4. The indoor large-scale aquatic firefly breeding equipment according to claim 3, characterized in that: The cleaning component includes a transmission box (12), which is fixedly connected to the middle of the primary filter box (8). Two electric telescopic rods (13) are fixedly connected to the top and bottom of the transmission box (12). The telescopic end of the electric telescopic rod (13) at the top extends out of the transmission box (12) and is fixedly connected to a first support frame (14). A first central shaft (15) is rotatably connected inside the first support frame (14). A scraper (16) is fixedly connected to the first central shaft (15). The scraper (16) contacts the filter screen (11).

5. The indoor large-scale aquatic firefly breeding equipment according to claim 4, characterized in that: The primary filter box (8) has long grooves (17) on both inner sidewalls. Several grooves (18) are formed along the axial direction in the long grooves (17). Several locking blocks (19) are slidably connected in the grooves (18). One end of the first central shaft (15) extends into the long groove (17) and is fixedly connected to a toggle block (20). The toggle block (20) is in contact with the locking block (19).

6. The indoor large-scale aquatic firefly breeding equipment according to claim 5, characterized in that: A spring (21) is provided inside the groove (18), and the two ends of the spring (21) are fixedly connected to the card block (19) and the bottom of the groove (18) respectively.

7. The indoor large-scale aquatic firefly breeding equipment according to claim 5, characterized in that: The first support frame (14) is fixedly connected to the second support frame (22) through the long groove (17). The second support frame (22) is rotatably connected to the second central shaft (23). The second central shaft (23) is fixedly connected to the cleaning roller (24). The cleaning roller (24) is provided with several protrusions, which are adapted to the mesh of the filter screen (11).

8. The indoor large-scale aquatic firefly breeding equipment according to claim 7, characterized in that: A toothed plate (25) is fixedly connected inside the long groove (17), and a gear (26) is fixedly connected to one end of the second central shaft (23) extending into the long groove (17). The gear (26) meshes with the toothed plate (25).

9. The indoor large-scale aquatic firefly breeding equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The regulating component includes a heating rod (28) fixedly connected inside the water storage tank (2), and a temperature detector (27) is installed on the water storage tank (2).

10. A method for large-scale indoor breeding of aquatic fireflies, applicable to the large-scale indoor breeding equipment for aquatic fireflies as described in claim 1, characterized in that, Includes the following steps: Egg collection and hatching: Place the eggs laid by adult fireflies on sponge mats, creeping resurrection plants or mosses into a water-filled breeding container. After hatching, the larvae will crawl into the water on their own. Larval stage feeding: Feed the larvae with Chinese round snails 3-5 times a week, each time feeding 2% of their body weight, and clean up food residue in time; Mature larvae emerge from the water to pupate: When aquatic fireflies develop to the mature larval stage, the mature larvae will climb along the sloping side of the frustum-shaped wooden block inside the rearing container to the sand above the sponge block and enter the pupation stage. Collection of pupae: Before pupation, place plants close to the ground on top of the sand. The larvae will pupate between the plants and the soil. Collect the pupae. Mating and egg laying of adults: The collected pupae are placed in the emergence mating chamber and wait for them to emerge as adults. The number of males in the emergence mating chamber is controlled to be greater than that of females. Sponge mats, creeping resurrection plants or mosses are placed in the chamber and the adults lay their eggs on the plants.

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