Observation: Photinus pyralis

Observation: Photinus pyralis

Primary Observer:

Ethan

Event Date:

2025-05-30

Status:

Unverified

Survey

Site Name:

Home

Province/State:

Texas

Event Date:

2025-05-30

Time of Day:

Night-Time

Start Time:

20:30

End Time:

21:30

Number of Observers:

4

Primary Observer:

Ethan

Additional Observers:

Stacie, Ellie, Dot

Target Species Genus:

Micronaspis

Target Species Species:

 

Location and Habitat

Location Accuracy (meters):

0-25

Habitat Type:

Developed - Sub/urban areas; parks/gardens

Habitat Type Notes:

Backyard

Elevation (meters):

0

Area Searched (hectares):

 

Artificial Light Sources

Vehicles: Yes
Street Lights: Yes
Buildings: Yes

Artificial Light Types

Sky Glow (diffuse illumination in the sky): Yes
Light Trespass (light cast on surfaces beyond its intended target): No
Glare (bright light causing visual discomfort): No

Artificial Light Notes:

 

Observation

Observation Type:

Flashing

Number Observed:

2-10

Genus:

Photinus

Species:

pyralis

Observation Notes:

 

Specimen Voucher Number:

Flash Behavior

First Flash Time:

20:37

Last Flash Time:

21:24

First Flash Temp (F):

75

Last Flash Temp (F):

75

Flashes in Pattern:

1

Flash Color:

Yellow

Flash Pattern Period:

1

Flash Duration:

1

Flash Interval:

30

Male Height Zone:

Moderate (3-8 ft)

Flash Location:

Near bushes, playhouse, and house

Male Flash Behavior:

 

Female Flash Behavior:

 

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