Observation: Unknown

Observation: Unknown

Primary Observer:

MJ

Event Date:

2025-06-14

Status:

Unverified

Survey

Site Name:

Trace Space KY

Province/State:

Kentucky

Event Date:

2025-06-14

Time of Day:

Night-Time

Start Time:

09:15

End Time:

09:40

Number of Observers:

1

Primary Observer:

MJ

Additional Observers:

 

Target Species Genus:

unknown

Target Species Species:

unknown

Location and Habitat

Location Accuracy (meters):

0-25

Habitat Type:

Woodland/Forest - Trees dominant, and in the over-story

Habitat Type Notes:

Tulip Poplar, elderberry, maples, mostly clover and violet lawn.

Elevation (meters):

0000

Area Searched (hectares):

.15

Artificial Light Sources

Vehicles: 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

Artificial Light Notes:

Tiny outdoor lights along fence and solar walkway lights

Observation

Observation Type:

Flashing

Number Observed:

2-10

Genus:

unknown

Species:

unknown

Observation Notes:

 

Specimen Voucher Number:

Flash Behavior

First Flash Time:

09:15

Last Flash Time:

09:40

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:

?

Male Height Zone:

Moderate (3-8 ft)

Flash Location:

Not very high

Male Flash Behavior:

Some had a streak. Most a fast flash

Female Flash Behavior:

Didn't really notice many too low on vegetation. Seemed to be higher up.

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