Observation: Photinus knulli
Primary Observer:
Kathy West
Event Date:
2024-07-26
Status:
Verified
Survey
Site Name:
Patagonia-Sonoita Creek site 2 by Visitor Center
Province/State:
Arizona
Event Date:
2024-07-26
Time of Day:
Night-Time
Start Time:
20:30
End Time:
20:40
Number of Observers:
2
Primary Observer:
Kathy West
Additional Observers:
Jac Heiss
Target Species Genus:
Photinus
Target Species Species:
knulli
Location and Habitat
Location Accuracy (meters):
0-25
Habitat Type:
Grassland/Meadow - Meadow, open, grasses dominant
Habitat Type Notes:
Dominant species Johnson Grass, mullein; recently mowed
Elevation (meters):
1210 m
Area Searched (hectares):
4 hectare field, only counted fireflies with in 6 meters
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:
Flashing
Number Observed:
2-10
Genus:
Photinus
Species:
knulli
Observation Notes:
most flying about 2-3 meters above grass.
Specimen Voucher Number:
Flash Behavior
First Flash Time:
20:30
Last Flash Time:
20:40
First Flash Temp (F):
81.5
Last Flash Temp (F):
81.5
Flashes in Pattern:
2
Flash Color:
Yellow
Flash Pattern Period:
1
Flash Duration:
1
Flash Interval:
2
Male Height Zone:
Moderate (3-8 ft)
Flash Location:
Above grass field
Male Flash Behavior:
Noted mostly 2 sometimes 3 flashes in most of the fireflies seen. Flew a little higher each flash
Female Flash Behavior:
none observed
