Observation: Photinus knulli
Primary Observer:
Candace Fallon
Event Date:
2023-07-19
Status:
Verified
Survey
Site Name:
Province/State:
Arizona
Event Date:
2023-07-19
Time of Day:
Night-Time
Start Time:
22:13
End Time:
22:28
Number of Observers:
2
Primary Observer:
Candace Fallon
Additional Observers:
Tony Palmer
target_species_genus:
photinus
target_species_species:
knulli
Location and Habitat
Location Accuracy (meters):
0-25
Habitat Type:
Riparian - Areas Along lake or stream
Habitat Type Notes:
Elevation (meters):
995
Area Searched (hectares):
Artificial Light Sources
Vehicles: Yes
Street Lights: No
Buildings: Yes
Street Lights: No
Buildings: Yes
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): Yes
Light Trespass (light cast on surfaces beyond its intended target): Yes
Glare (bright light causing visual discomfort): Yes
Artificial Light Notes:
Observation
Observation Type:
With Flash Data
Number Observed:
11-50
genus:
photinus
Species:
knulli
Observation Notes:
Approximately 11-12 flashing individuals observed
Specimen Voucher Number:
Flash Behavior
First Flash Time:
22:13
Last Flash Time:
22:28
First Flash Temp (F):
85
Last Flash Temp (F):
85
Flashes in Pattern:
3
Flash Color:
Green
Flash Pattern Period:
1
Flash Duration:
<1
Flash Interval:
6
Male Height Zone:
Moderate (3-8 ft), High (over 8 ft)
Flash Location:
Individuals were cruising above the creek, in and out of the trees, occasionally perching in the canopy.
