Observation: Photinus
Primary Observer:
Annika Haley
Event Date:
2026-07-26
Status:
Unverified
Survey
Site Name:
Undisclosed
Province/State:
Wisconsin
Event Date:
2026-07-26
Time of Day:
Day-Time
Start Time:
20:35
End Time:
20:35
Number of Observers:
2
Primary Observer:
Annika Haley
Additional Observers:
Alex
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Location and Habitat
Location Accuracy (meters):
0-25
Habitat Type:
Developed - Sub/urban areas; parks/gardens
Habitat Type Notes:
Crookneck squash, watermelon, and tomato plants of a home garden.
Elevation (meters):
Unknown
Area Searched (hectares):
Artificial Light Sources
Vehicles: Yes
Street Lights: Yes
Buildings: Yes
Street Lights: Yes
Buildings: Yes
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Observation
Observation Type:
Without Flash Data
Number Observed:
2-10
genus:
photinus
Species:
unknown
Observation Notes:
Small vegetable garden in suburban yard
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Thanks for submitting this incidental firefly observation! This firefly is in the genus Photinus, and appears to either be a big dipper (Photinus pyralis) or little gray firefly (Photinus marginellus).
I am glad to help! Thank you for the ID!