Observation: Photinus pyralis
Primary Observer:
Jack Daly
Event Date:
2026-05-31
Status:
Unreviewed
Survey
Site Name:
Province/State:
Georgia
Event Date:
2026-05-31
Time of Day:
Night-Time
Start Time:
22:01
End Time:
22:05
Number of Observers:
1
Primary Observer:
Jack Daly
Additional Observers:
na
target_species_genus:
target_species_species:
Location and Habitat
Location Accuracy (meters):
0-25
Habitat Type:
Developed - Sub/urban areas; parks/gardens
Habitat Type Notes:
Elevation (meters):
341.376
Area Searched (hectares):
0.1457
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:
1
genus:
photinus
Species:
pyralis
Observation Notes:
Specimen Voucher Number:
Flash Behavior
First Flash Time:
22:05
Last Flash Time:
22:05
First Flash Temp (F):
70
Last Flash Temp (F):
70
Flashes in Pattern:
1
Flash Color:
Yellow
Flash Pattern Period:
4
Flash Duration:
1
Flash Interval:
4
Male Height Zone:
Moderate (3-8 ft)
Flash Location:
below the insect
Male Flash Behavior:
NA
Female Flash Behavior:
Quick and bright
