Observation: Pyropyga decipiens
Primary Observer:
Jeffrey calta
Event Date:
2026-06-17
Status:
Unreviewed
Survey
Site Name:
Fairview Township
Province/State:
Pennsylvania
Event Date:
2026-06-17
Time of Day:
Night-Time
Start Time:
20:25
End Time:
21:30
Number of Observers:
1
Primary Observer:
Jeffrey calta
Additional Observers:
Na
target_species_genus:
photinus
target_species_species:
pyralis
Location and Habitat
Location Accuracy (meters):
250-500
Habitat Type:
Grassland/Meadow - Meadow, open, grasses dominant
Habitat Type Notes:
Front yard of my property. Old pasture field I keep mowed, no chemicals
Elevation (meters):
400
Area Searched (hectares):
3
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:
Without Flash Data
Number Observed:
2-10
genus:
pyropyga
Species:
decipiens
Observation Notes:
One found in house, another outside by entrance door. Best guess based on pronotum coloration and size is Pyropyga decipiens. Faust handbook was consulted for determination.
