Observation: Photinus pyralis
Primary Observer:
Jason Poston
Event Date:
2026-05-22
Status:
Unreviewed
Survey
Site Name:
ROGERS
Province/State:
South Carolina
Event Date:
2026-05-22
Time of Day:
Night-Time
Start Time:
20:27
End Time:
20:45
Number of Observers:
1
Primary Observer:
Jason Poston
Additional Observers:
NA
target_species_genus:
unknown
target_species_species:
unknown
Location and Habitat
Location Accuracy (meters):
0-25
Habitat Type:
Developed - Sub/urban areas; parks/gardens
Habitat Type Notes:
Yard with several oaks, and pines.
Elevation (meters):
25
Area Searched (hectares):
1
Artificial Light Sources
Vehicles: Yes
Street Lights: Yes
Buildings: Yes
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): Yes
Light Trespass (light cast on surfaces beyond its intended target): Yes
Glare (bright light causing visual discomfort): Yes
Artificial Light Notes:
Observation
Observation Type:
With Flash Data
Number Observed:
2-10
genus:
photinus
Species:
pyralis
Observation Notes:
Specimen Voucher Number:
Flash Behavior
First Flash Time:
20:25
Last Flash Time:
20:45
First Flash Temp (F):
na
Last Flash Temp (F):
na
Flashes in Pattern:
1
Flash Color:
Yellow
Flash Pattern Period:
6
Flash Duration:
1
Flash Interval:
4
Male Height Zone:
Moderate (3-8 ft)
Flash Location:
Yard, near a small grouping of pines and oaks
Male Flash Behavior:
Noticed a few individuals flashing single flashes in a j shape.
