Observation: Pyractomena borealis
Primary Observer:
Isaac Holloway
Event Date:
2024-03-30
Status:
Verified
Survey
Site Name:
Peel Compton Firefly Sanctuary
Province/State:
Arkansas
Event Date:
2024-03-30
Time of Day:
Night-Time
Start Time:
22:00
End Time:
23:45
Number of Observers:
5
Primary Observer:
Isaac Holloway
Additional Observers:
Becca bornstein, Beth Ozbun, Pam Morgan +1
target_species_genus:
pyractomena
target_species_species:
borealis
Location and Habitat
Location Accuracy (meters):
0-25
Habitat Type:
Riparian - Areas Along lake or stream
Habitat Type Notes:
Elevation (meters):
377.95
Area Searched (hectares):
5.76
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): Yes
Light Trespass (light cast on surfaces beyond its intended target): Yes
Glare (bright light causing visual discomfort): Yes
Artificial Light Notes:
Most of the light pollution for the area came from lights on in people's homes with the blinds open. Living/dinning room light.
Observation
Observation Type:
With Flash Data
Number Observed:
50+
genus:
pyractomena
Species:
borealis
Observation Notes:
Multiple specimens sighted at a single time performing mating signals.
Specimen Voucher Number:
Flash Behavior
First Flash Time:
22:00
Last Flash Time:
23:45
First Flash Temp (F):
67
Last Flash Temp (F):
61
Flashes in Pattern:
1
Flash Color:
Green
Flash Pattern Period:
4
Flash Duration:
1
Flash Interval:
3
Male Height Zone:
High (over 8 ft)
Flash Location:
Most activity transpired in tree tops on average 50 feet above ground level.
Male Flash Behavior:
No resting flashes were seen, all observed fireflies were in motion.
Female Flash Behavior:
None observed
