Mating dance of sea fireflies is 'the coolest fireworks show that you've ever seen'
Scientists have discovered a species of crustaceans, each the size of a sesame seed, whose males lure potential mates with a synchronized and dazzling lights display powered by iridescent mucus.
![Mating dance of sea fireflies is 'the coolest fireworks show that you've ever seen'](https://i.cbc.ca/1.7047039.1701470762!/fileImage/httpImage/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/16x9_620/ostracod.jpg)
![Ostracods are crustaceans about the size of a sesame seed. A clear blob with a pink shrimp-like body inside emits a blue light.](https://i.cbc.ca/1.7047039.1701470762!/fileImage/httpImage/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/16x9_620/ostracod.jpg)
Scientists have discovered a species of crustaceans, each the size of a sesame seed, whose males lure potential mates with a synchronized and dazzling lights display powered by iridescent mucus.