Observation: Photinus
Primary Observer:
Self
Event Date:
2026-06-06
Status:
Unreviewed
Survey
Site Name:
Undisclosed
Province/State:
New York
Event Date:
2026-06-06
Time of Day:
Night-Time
Start Time:
21:48
End Time:
22:50
Number of Observers:
1
Primary Observer:
Self
Additional Observers:
target_species_genus:
unknown
target_species_species:
Location and Habitat
Location Accuracy (meters):
0-25
Habitat Type:
Grassland/Meadow - Meadow, open, grasses dominant
Habitat Type Notes:
Grasses, some milkweed.
Elevation (meters):
292
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): 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:
With Flash Data
Number Observed:
50+
genus:
photinus
Species:
unknown
Observation Notes:
Multiple species
Specimen Voucher Number:
Flash Behavior
First Flash Time:
21:35
Last Flash Time:
22:59
First Flash Temp (F):
67
Last Flash Temp (F):
65
Flashes in Pattern:
>4
Flash Color:
Yellow
Flash Pattern Period:
1
Flash Duration:
2
Flash Interval:
1
Male Height Zone:
Moderate (3-8 ft)
Flash Location:
Ground, grass, sky
