Observation: Photinus pyralis
Primary Observer:
Jackie
Event Date:
2025-06-26
Status:
Unverified
Survey
Site Name:
Home
Province/State:
Illinois
Event Date:
2025-06-26
Time of Day:
Night-Time
Start Time:
22:25
End Time:
22:25
Number of Observers:
1
Primary Observer:
Jackie
Additional Observers:
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:
Collection of backyards with drainage ditches.
Elevation (meters):
243.23
Area Searched (hectares):
.
Artificial Light Sources
Vehicles: No
Street Lights: No
Buildings: Yes
Street Lights: No
Buildings: Yes
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): 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:
22:25
Last Flash Time:
22:25
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:
5
Male Height Zone:
Moderate (3-8 ft)
Flash Location:
Unsure what this is asking for. They were in my backyard.
