By / MOOK Scenic Spots Family Travel Life Network Editorial Team
Every year from late April to early June is the best season for firefly-watching in New Taipei City. Thanks to the efforts of the Agriculture Bureau, the city has achieved remarkable results in firefly conservation and breeding. Therefore, we’ve specially compiled the “New Taipei Firefly-Watching Guide,” providing 48 hidden gem spots across the city. These are spread out across different times and locations to reduce crowding and minimize disturbance to the fireflies, allowing everyone to enjoy the romance and tranquility of chasing fireflies with a light fan in hand.
New Taipei City unveils 48 hidden gem spots for firefly-watching. (Image source / New Taipei City Tourism Official Website)
Fireflies are indicator insects for ecological monitoring. There are over 60 species of fireflies in Taiwan, and more than one-third of them can be seen in New Taipei City. Additionally, fireflies have been spotted in 14 administrative districts of the city. This year alone, 10 new firefly-watching spots have been added compared to last year. Some areas even offer the chance to witness stunning "firefly rivers"—a rare sight in international metropolises and a unique kind of Taiwanese “light.”
April to June is the best season for firefly-watching in New Taipei City. (Image source / New Taipei City Agriculture Bureau)
Also, a gentle reminder to all visitors: when watching fireflies, please stay quiet, avoid walking into the grass, do not litter, and never attempt to catch the fireflies or shine bright lights on them. The optimal time for viewing is between 6:30 PM and 8:00 PM—going too late may result in missing them. Firefly habitats are usually in low-visibility, light-pollution-free mountainous areas, so visitors should pay attention to their safety, preferably going in groups to avoid accidents. We recommend reading the “10 Questions About Firefly-Watching” in the “New Taipei Firefly-Watching Guide” before your trip, strictly following the guidelines, and not damaging habitats or disturbing the fireflies’ lives. Only by ensuring the sustainable survival of fireflies can we continue to enjoy the joy of dancing with them every year.
A spectacular display of fireflies resembles a galaxy on the ground. (Image source / New Taipei City Farmers' Association)
→Xin Liao Corridor, Baxian Li, Sanzhi District
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