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Observation: Pyractomena borealis
Primary Observer:
Michael O’Brien
Event Date:
2023-04-04
Status:
Verified
Survey
Site Name:
Home
Province/State:
Alabama
Event Date:
2023-04-04
Time of Day:
Day-Time
Start Time:
19:15
End Time:
19:25
Number of Observers:
One
Primary Observer:
Michael O’Brien
Additional Observers:
NA
Target Species Genus:
Pyractomena
Target Species Species:
borealis
Location and Habitat
Location Accuracy (meters):
0-25
Habitat Type:
Woodland/Forest - Trees dominant, and in the over-story
Habitat Type Notes:
Elevation (meters):
335
Area Searched (hectares):
Home back yard
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): 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:
Non-Flashing
Number Observed:
1
Genus:
Pyractomena
Species:
borealis
Observation Notes:
Casual observation on siding of house near back door. I believe this to be a Spring Treetop Flasher, Pyractomena borealis as I have observed many of them flashing at night in the upper tree canopy. Would appreciate expert ID confirmation. Thanks.
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