Observation: Unknown

Observation: Unknown

Primary Observer:

Caitlin

Event Date:

2025-07-04

Status:

Unreviewed

Survey

Site Name:

Hackettstwn

Province/State:

New Jersey

Event Date:

2025-07-04

Time of Day:

Night-Time

Start Time:

20:35

End Time:

21:45

Number of Observers:

4

Primary Observer:

Caitlin

Additional Observers:

 

Target Species Genus:

unknown

Target Species Species:

unknown

Location and Habitat

Location Accuracy (meters):

0-25

Habitat Type:

Riparian - Areas Along lake or stream

Habitat Type Notes:

Rivers and swampy areas nearby

Elevation (meters):

550

Area Searched (hectares):

 

Artificial Light Sources

Vehicles: No
Street Lights: No
Buildings: Yes
Campfire, fireworks in distance

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:

50+

Genus:

unknown

Species:

unknown

Observation Notes:

 

Specimen Voucher Number:

Flash Behavior

First Flash Time:

20:35

Last Flash Time:

21:45

First Flash Temp (F):

71

Last Flash Temp (F):

67

Flashes in Pattern:

1

Flash Color:

Yellow

Flash Pattern Period:

2

Flash Duration:

2

Flash Interval:

15

Male Height Zone:

Moderate (3-8 ft)

Flash Location:

In grass and in air

Male Flash Behavior:

 

Female Flash Behavior:

 

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