Observation: Photinus corruscus
Primary Observer:
Gabi Lindsey
Event Date:
2024-04-18
Status:
Unreviewed
Survey
Site Name:
Province/State:
Ohio
Event Date:
2024-04-18
Time of Day:
Day-Time
Start Time:
15:56
End Time:
15:56
Number of Observers:
3
Primary Observer:
Gabi Lindsey
Additional Observers:
Kelly Johnson, Ellie Faber
Target Species Genus:
Target Species Species:
Location and Habitat
Location Accuracy (meters):
100-250
Habitat Type:
Riparian - Areas Along lake or stream
Habitat Type Notes:
Elevation (meters):
200
Area Searched (hectares):
Artificial Light Sources
Artificial Light Types
Artificial Light Notes:
Observation
Observation Type:
Non-Flashing
Number Observed:
1
Genus:
Photinus
Species:
corruscus
Observation Notes:
Specimen Voucher Number:
Flash Behavior
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Last Flash Temp (F):
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Thank you for submitting this firefly observation to the Firefly Atlas!
This is a diurnal, non-flashing firefly, commonly known as a “winter firefly.” While recently moved to the Photinus genus, the Firefly Atlas and some other sources currently use the older genus, Ellychnia. Possible species in your area Ellychnia corrusca (probably the most likely species), Ellychnia autumnalis, and Ellychnia lacustris.
When documenting fireflies, it often helps to include a sense of scale (like a metric ruler in the background) and a view of the underside of the firefly.