Observation: Photinus pyralis
Primary Observer:
M. Puglissi
Event Date:
2025-07-09
Status:
Unreviewed
Survey
Site Name:
Commack 1
Province/State:
New York
Event Date:
2025-07-09
Time of Day:
Night-Time
Start Time:
20:30
End Time:
20:35
Number of Observers:
1
Primary Observer:
M. Puglissi
Additional Observers:
NA
Target Species Genus:
Photinus
Target Species Species:
pyralis
Location and Habitat
Location Accuracy (meters):
0-25
Habitat Type:
Developed - Sub/urban areas; parks/gardens
Habitat Type Notes:
Elevation (meters):
40
Area Searched (hectares):
.25
Artificial Light Sources
Vehicles: No
Street Lights: No
Buildings: No
Street Lights: No
Buildings: No
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:
Flashing
Number Observed:
50+
Genus:
Photinus
Species:
pyralis
Observation Notes:
Specimen Voucher Number:
Flash Behavior
First Flash Time:
20:20
Last Flash Time:
20:25
First Flash Temp (F):
unknown
Last Flash Temp (F):
unknown
Flashes in Pattern:
>4
Flash Color:
Yellow
Flash Pattern Period:
2
Flash Duration:
2
Flash Interval:
2
Male Height Zone:
Moderate (3-8 ft)
Flash Location:
Many Fireflies - Different levels of Flashes. I will take a video and submit it
Male Flash Behavior:
Many Fireflies - Different levels of Flashes. I will take a video and submit it
Female Flash Behavior:
Many Fireflies - Different levels of Flashes. I will take a video and submit it
