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glowworm

[gloh-wurm] / ˈgloʊˌwɜrm /


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Also known as the Glowworm Caves, they are home to thousands of the country’s native Arachnocampa luminosa.

From The Guardian • Aug. 23, 2019

In one poem, called “A Glowworm, a Lemur, and Some Women,” Mr. Tate described a small creature en route to a philosophy department meeting.

From Washington Post • Jul. 10, 2015

He was set to star starting next month in "O Lovely Glowworm" at the New Century, which said it will dedicate the season's performances to him.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 24, 2011

At least when it involves an illustrated guide to 100 magical destinations, including the Waitomo Glowworm Caves of New Zealand and South Africa’s Boulders Penguin Colony.

From Washington Post

They’re the same glowworms found in the Waitomo Glowworm Caves in New Zealand.

From "Amari and the Night Brothers" by B.B. Alston




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