Bioluminescence first evolved in animals at least 540 million years ago in a group of marine invertebrates called octocorals, according to the results of a new study from scientists with the ...

This ability has independently evolved at least 94 times in nature. Bioluminescence is involved in multiple animal behaviors including communication, courtship, camouflage, and hunting.

Hundreds of plants, fungi, and animals can do it. Now scientists think bioluminescence may have evolved 540 million years ago in Earth’s ancient oceans.

Is there bioluminescence in St. Augustine, Florida? Guana Lake in Ponte Vedra Beach, located just north of St. Augustine on A1A, offers bioluminescence sights all year long, according to GeoTrippin'.

Kayakers in Bahia Mosquito create bioluminescent wakes in Vieques, Puerto Rico, Sept. 23, 2000. The water in the bay is charged with micro-organisms that emit blue light when agitated.

Bioluminescence season is upon us. The season can start as early as late May or June, but the best time to see bioluminescent waters in Florida are the months of July and August, due to the warmer ...

Get to know the mesmerizing phenomenon of bioluminescent waters in Goa. The amazing natural wonder leaves visitors astounded observing glowing waves on the spot.