Observation: Unknown
Primary Observer:
David Otterson
Event Date:
2026-06-20
Status:
Unreviewed
Survey
Site Name:
Province/State:
Virginia
Event Date:
2026-06-20
Time of Day:
Night-Time
Start Time:
20:40
End Time:
21:00
Number of Observers:
2
Primary Observer:
David Otterson
Additional Observers:
Jackie
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:
Elevation (meters):
1
Area Searched (hectares):
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:
11-50
genus:
unknown
Species:
unknown
Observation Notes:
It's a cluster of fireflies that inhabit a few yards near our house. I have video of my daughter chasing them. The yards I see them in are pretty well kept but fairly dark. Trees and shrubs make a dark area.
