Observation: Photinus pyralis

Observation: Photinus pyralis

Primary Observer:

Roy Martin

Event Date:

2025-07-01

Status:

Verified

Survey

Site Name:

Yard

Province/State:

Indiana

Event Date:

2025-07-01

Time of Day:

Night-Time

Start Time:

19:30

End Time:

23:00

Number of Observers:

1

Primary Observer:

Roy Martin

Additional Observers:

 

Target Species Genus:

 

Target Species Species:

 

Location and Habitat

Location Accuracy (meters):

25-50

Habitat Type:

Developed - Sub/urban areas; parks/gardens

Habitat Type Notes:

Backyard, large sycamore trees, 1 ash tree, two 20’x50’ wild flower patches. Kokomo creek running through.

Elevation (meters):

262

Area Searched (hectares):

.2

Artificial Light Sources

Vehicles: No
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): Yes
Glare (bright light causing visual discomfort): No

Artificial Light Notes:

 

Observation

Observation Type:

Flashing

Number Observed:

50+

Genus:

Photinus

Species:

pyralis

Observation Notes:

 

Specimen Voucher Number:

Flash Behavior

First Flash Time:

19:00

Last Flash Time:

23:00

First Flash Temp (F):

73°

Last Flash Temp (F):

73°

Flashes in Pattern:

>4

Flash Color:

Yellow

Flash Pattern Period:

3

Flash Duration:

3

Flash Interval:

10

Male Height Zone:

Low (0-3 ft), Moderate (3-8 ft), High (over 8 ft)

Flash Location:

Backyard

Male Flash Behavior:

 

Female Flash Behavior:

 

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