Observation: Photinus pyralis
Primary Observer:
Gabi Lindsey
Event Date:
2024-07-13
Status:
Verified
Survey
Site Name:
Dresden
Province/State:
Ohio
Event Date:
2024-07-13
Time of Day:
Night-Time
Start Time:
21:00
End Time:
21:10
Number of Observers:
1
Primary Observer:
Gabi Lindsey
Additional Observers:
NA
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):
225
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): 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:
Flashing
Number Observed:
11-50
Genus:
Photinus
Species:
pyralis
Observation Notes:
Specimen Voucher Number:
Flash Behavior
First Flash Time:
21:00
Last Flash Time:
21:10
First Flash Temp (F):
80
Last Flash Temp (F):
80
Flashes in Pattern:
1
Flash Color:
Yellow
Flash Pattern Period:
3
Flash Duration:
1
Flash Interval:
4
Male Height Zone:
Low (0-3 ft)
Flash Location:
Close to ground moving up, then dropping back down
Male Flash Behavior:
Female Flash Behavior:
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Thanks for submitting this observation! You measured and described the flash behavior nicely.