Observation: Photinus pyralis
Primary Observer:
Scott Klopfer
Event Date:
2023-06-30
Status:
Verified
Survey
Site Name:
Windy Meadows Farm
Province/State:
Virginia
Event Date:
2023-06-30
Time of Day:
Night-Time
Start Time:
20:45
End Time:
20:47
Number of Observers:
1
Primary Observer:
Scott Klopfer
Additional Observers:
NA
target_species_genus:
target_species_species:
Location and Habitat
Location Accuracy (meters):
0-25
Habitat Type:
Grassland/Meadow - Meadow, open, grasses dominant
Habitat Type Notes:
in mowed yard adjacent to unmowed hay fields
Elevation (meters):
670
Area Searched (hectares):
0.1
Artificial Light Sources
Vehicles: Yes
Street Lights: No
Buildings: Yes
Street Lights: No
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
Light Trespass (light cast on surfaces beyond its intended target): No
Glare (bright light causing visual discomfort): No
Artificial Light Notes:
Observation
Observation Type:
With Flash Data
Number Observed:
11-50
genus:
photinus
Species:
pyralis
Observation Notes:
Specimen Voucher Number:
Flash Behavior
First Flash Time:
20:45
Last Flash Time:
20:45
First Flash Temp (F):
78
Last Flash Temp (F):
78
Flashes in Pattern:
1
Flash Color:
Yellow
Flash Pattern Period:
10
Flash Duration:
1
Flash Interval:
10
Male Height Zone:
Low (0-3 ft), Moderate (3-8 ft)
Flash Location:
flashes occurred while individuals were ascending from lawn.
Male Flash Behavior:
Appeared as though individuals were flashing once, then continuing to ascend though not all continued flashing, or at least changed positions while doing so. Flashes were extended, though not truly "J" shaped.
Female Flash Behavior:
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Thanks for this data submission, Scott! Your description of the habitat, timing, and flash behavior fits Photinus pyralis well.