Observation: Photinus pyralis
Primary Observer:
Steve
Event Date:
2026-05-09
Status:
Unreviewed
Survey
Site Name:
Home
Province/State:
North Carolina
Event Date:
2026-05-09
Time of Day:
Night-Time
Start Time:
20:42
End Time:
21:23
Number of Observers:
2
Primary Observer:
Steve
Additional Observers:
target_species_genus:
photinus
target_species_species:
marginellus
Location and Habitat
Location Accuracy (meters):
25-50
Habitat Type:
Woodland/Forest - Trees dominant, and in the over-story
Habitat Type Notes:
chestnut Oaks and Red maples
Elevation (meters):
1010
Area Searched (hectares):
1
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:
With Flash Data
Number Observed:
50+
genus:
photinus
Species:
pyralis
Observation Notes:
field
Specimen Voucher Number:
Flash Behavior
First Flash Time:
20:25
Last Flash Time:
21:16
First Flash Temp (F):
78
Last Flash Temp (F):
78
Flashes in Pattern:
1
Flash Color:
Unknown
Flash Pattern Period:
5
Flash Duration:
1
Flash Interval:
4
Male Height Zone:
Moderate (3-8 ft)
Flash Location:
field
Male Flash Behavior:
J Dipper
Female Flash Behavior:
single
