Observation: Photinus pyralis

Observation: Photinus pyralis

Primary Observer:

Zane Miller

Event Date:

2024-06-23

Status:

Verified

Survey

Site Name:

Home

Province/State:

Pennsylvania

Event Date:

2024-06-23

Time of Day:

Day-Time

Start Time:

14:05

End Time:

14:07

Number of Observers:

1

Primary Observer:

Zane Miller

Additional Observers:

N/A

target_species_genus:

photuris

target_species_species:

 

Location and Habitat

Location Accuracy (meters):

25-50

Habitat Type:

Developed - Sub/urban areas; parks/gardens

Habitat Type Notes:

Pollinator garden with mixed trees and shrubs

Elevation (meters):

60

Area Searched (hectares):

 

Artificial Light Sources

Vehicles: Yes
Street Lights: No
Buildings: Yes

Artificial Light Types

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Observation

Observation Type:

Without Flash Data

Number Observed:

1

genus:

photinus

Species:

pyralis

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