Observation: Photinus ignitus
Primary Observer:
Renaldo Browne
Event Date:
2026-08-16
Status:
Unreviewed
Survey
Site Name:
THE WOODS HABITAT (2026)
Province/State:
Virginia
Event Date:
2026-08-16
Time of Day:
Night-Time
Start Time:
19:45
End Time:
19:55
Number of Observers:
1
Primary Observer:
Renaldo Browne
Additional Observers:
None
target_species_genus:
photinus
target_species_species:
ignitus
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):
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): No
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:
2-10
genus:
photinus
Species:
ignitus
Observation Notes:
THE WOODS HABITAT (2026)
Observed only 4 fireflies, no females, or any flying in a "J" Shape Pattern. The were located on one side of the man made trail. Very quiet activity.
Specimen Voucher Number:
Flash Behavior
First Flash Time:
19:45
Last Flash Time:
19:55
First Flash Temp (F):
84 Degrees
Last Flash Temp (F):
82 Degrees
Flashes in Pattern:
1
Flash Color:
Yellow
Flash Pattern Period:
Two fireflies flashed in a 10 second period
Flash Duration:
About one second
Flash Interval:
About three seconds
Male Height Zone:
Moderate (3-8 ft)
Flash Location:
On one side of the man made hiking trail
Male Flash Behavior:
Same as above
Female Flash Behavior:
None sighted
