Observation: Photinus

Observation: Photinus

Primary Observer:

LISA WARGO

Event Date:

2023-08-18

Status:

Unreviewed

Survey

Site Name:

Home

Province/State:

New Jersey

Event Date:

2023-08-18

Time of Day:

Night-Time

Start Time:

19:52

End Time:

20:04

Number of Observers:

1

Primary Observer:

LISA WARGO

Additional Observers:

 

Target Species Genus:

unknown

Target Species Species:

unknown

Location and Habitat

Location Accuracy (meters):

0-25

Habitat Type:

Developed - Sub/urban areas; parks/gardens

Habitat Type Notes:

 

Elevation (meters):

62.79 m

Area Searched (hectares):

.025

Artificial Light Sources

Vehicles: No
Street Lights: No
Buildings: Yes

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): No

Artificial Light Notes:

 

Observation

Observation Type:

Flashing

Number Observed:

11-50

Genus:

Photinus

Species:

unknown

Observation Notes:

 

Specimen Voucher Number:

Flash Behavior

First Flash Time:

20:03

Last Flash Time:

20:55

First Flash Temp (F):

70

Last Flash Temp (F):

70

Flashes in Pattern:

1

Flash Color:

Yellow

Flash Pattern Period:

1

Flash Duration:

1

Flash Interval:

3-4

Male Height Zone:

Moderate (3-8 ft)

Flash Location:

open grass, suburban garden with mixed plantings

Male Flash Behavior:

 

Female Flash Behavior:

 

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