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Observation: Pyractomena dispersa
Primary Observer:
Helani Torres
Event Date:
2023-06-10
Status:
Verified
Survey
Site Name:
Firefly Park
Province/State:
Utah
Event Date:
2023-06-10
Time of Day:
Night-Time
Start Time:
21:36
End Time:
22:36
Number of Observers:
2
Primary Observer:
Helani Torres
Additional Observers:
Scott Krstyen
Target Species Genus:
Pyractomena
Target Species Species:
dispersa
Location and Habitat
Location Accuracy (meters):
0-25
Habitat Type:
Riparian - Areas Along lake or stream
Habitat Type Notes:
Elevation (meters):
4488
Area Searched (hectares):
1 hectare
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): No
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:
2 Large buildings with bright lights, occasional cars in parking lot.
Observation
Observation Type:
Flashing
Number Observed:
50+
Genus:
Pyractomena
Species:
dispersa
Observation Notes:
Specimen Voucher Number:
Flash Behavior
First Flash Time:
21:36
Last Flash Time:
22:36
First Flash Temp (F):
62
Last Flash Temp (F):
60
Flashes in Pattern:
3
Flash Color:
Yellow
Flash Pattern Period:
1-2 seconds
Flash Duration:
2-3 seconds
Flash Interval:
1 second
Male Height Zone:
Low (0-3 ft), Moderate (3-8 ft)
Flash Location:
Fireflies were near the vegetation that seemed to be closest to the stream.
Male Flash Behavior:
Male flashing seemed to change between 3-4 flashes
Female Flash Behavior:
Females in lower vegetation seemed to flashed back with 2- 3 flashes or a slow flicker.
