Observation: Photuris versicolor
Primary Observer:
Matthew Moskwik
Event Date:
2024-05-12
Status:
Unreviewed
Survey
Site Name:
Flat River WMA
Province/State:
North Carolina
Event Date:
2024-05-12
Time of Day:
Night-Time
Start Time:
20:28
End Time:
21:22
Number of Observers:
1
Primary Observer:
Matthew Moskwik
Additional Observers:
NA
Target Species Genus:
Photuris
Target Species Species:
versicolor
Location and Habitat
Location Accuracy (meters):
0-25
Habitat Type:
Grassland/Meadow - Meadow, open, grasses dominant
Habitat Type Notes:
Hay field with some marshy areas
Elevation (meters):
83
Area Searched (hectares):
0.5
Artificial Light Sources
Vehicles: Yes
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): Yes
Glare (bright light causing visual discomfort): Yes
Light Trespass (light cast on surfaces beyond its intended target): Yes
Glare (bright light causing visual discomfort): Yes
Artificial Light Notes:
Glare from passing vehicles
Observation
Observation Type:
Flashing
Number Observed:
2-10
Genus:
Photuris
Species:
versicolor
Observation Notes:
Specimen Voucher Number:
Flash Behavior
First Flash Time:
20:44
Last Flash Time:
21:22
First Flash Temp (F):
56.3
Last Flash Temp (F):
51.4
Flashes in Pattern:
3
Flash Color:
Green
Flash Pattern Period:
not measured
Flash Duration:
not measured
Flash Interval:
not measured
Male Height Zone:
Moderate (3-8 ft)
Flash Location:
Flashes consisted of 3, but sometimes 2 or 4 quick pulses within a second.
