The inspiration for Qlipso is a fascinating creature that lives deep in the jungles of Malaysia. This creature, pronounced Q'lip-Q'lip, is a special firefly that twinkles in sync with other members of its group. At night, the fireflies feed on the nectar and leaves of mangrove trees and use their synchronized light flashes to attract mates.

The best place to witness these fireflies is in the district of Kuala Selangor, which is about a 90 minute drive from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.