Observation: Photinus ignitus
Primary Observer:
Renaldo Browne
Event Date:
2026-09-05
Status:
Unreviewed
Survey
Site Name:
OPEN FIELD HABITAT (2026)
Province/State:
Virginia
Event Date:
2026-09-05
Time of Day:
Night-Time
Start Time:
19:49
End Time:
19:59
Number of Observers:
1
Primary Observer:
Renaldo Browne
Additional Observers:
OPEN FIELD HABITAT (2026)
Observed one firefly, no females, or any flying in a "J" Shape Pattern.
Note: Did have rain earlier in the evening.
target_species_genus:
target_species_species:
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: Yes
Street Lights: Yes
Buildings: Yes
Street Lights: Yes
Buildings: Yes
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:
1
genus:
photinus
Species:
ignitus
Observation Notes:
Specimen Voucher Number:
Flash Behavior
First Flash Time:
19:49
Last Flash Time:
19:59
First Flash Temp (F):
75
Last Flash Temp (F):
75
Flashes in Pattern:
1
Flash Color:
Yellow
Flash Pattern Period:
1
Flash Duration:
1
Flash Interval:
3
Male Height Zone:
Low (0-3 ft)
Flash Location:
OPEN FIELD HABITAT (2026)
The one firefly was located along the tree line
Male Flash Behavior:
Same as above
Female Flash Behavior:
None sighted.
Status Changes
| DATE | USER | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-08 14:39:48 | Renaldo Browne | ->unreviewed |
