Observation: Photinus pyralis

Observation: Photinus pyralis

Primary Observer:

Megan Castor

Event Date:

2025-06-15

Status:

Verified

Survey

Site Name:

Colonial Apartments

Province/State:

Nebraska

Event Date:

2025-06-15

Time of Day:

Day-Time

Start Time:

13:35

End Time:

13:40

Number of Observers:

1

Primary Observer:

Megan Castor

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Location and Habitat

Location Accuracy (meters):

0-25

Habitat Type:

Developed - Sub/urban areas; parks/gardens

Habitat Type Notes:

Apartment complex near a retention pond containing water, native tall grasses/thistles/flowers, and near woods containing a creek

Elevation (meters):

298.704

Area Searched (hectares):

0

Artificial Light Sources

Vehicles: No
Street Lights: No
Buildings: No

Artificial Light Types

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

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Observation

Observation Type:

Non-Flashing

Number Observed:

1

Genus:

Photinus

Species:

pyralis

Observation Notes:

Laying (alive) underneath a camping chair on a concrete porch

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