Observation: Pyractomena borealis
Primary Observer:
Matthew Moskwik
Event Date:
2024-03-26
Status:
Verified
Survey
Site Name:
Waterfowl Impoundment
Province/State:
North Carolina
Event Date:
2024-03-26
Time of Day:
Night-Time
Start Time:
19:33
End Time:
20:32
Number of Observers:
1
Primary Observer:
Matthew Moskwik
Additional Observers:
NA
Target Species Genus:
Pyractomena
Target Species Species:
borealis
Location and Habitat
Location Accuracy (meters):
50-100
Habitat Type:
Riparian - Areas Along lake or stream
Habitat Type Notes:
floodplain forest
Elevation (meters):
72
Area Searched (hectares):
1
Artificial Light Sources
Vehicles: No
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): No
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:
11-50
Genus:
Pyractomena
Species:
borealis
Observation Notes:
Specimen Voucher Number:
Flash Behavior
First Flash Time:
20:03
Last Flash Time:
20:32
First Flash Temp (F):
54.8
Last Flash Temp (F):
53.9
Flashes in Pattern:
1
Flash Color:
Orange
Flash Pattern Period:
not measured
Flash Duration:
not measured
Flash Interval:
not measured
Male Height Zone:
High (over 8 ft)
Flash Location:
amongst the branches and crowns of trees
