Observation: Photuris tremulans
Primary Observer:
Matthew Moskwik
Event Date:
2024-05-17
Status:
Verified
Survey
Site Name:
Waterfowl Impoundment - Farrington Road
Province/State:
North Carolina
Event Date:
2024-05-17
Time of Day:
Night-Time
Start Time:
20:13
End Time:
21:34
Number of Observers:
1
Primary Observer:
Matthew Moskwik
Additional Observers:
NA
target_species_genus:
photuris
target_species_species:
tremulans
Location and Habitat
Location Accuracy (meters):
0-25
Habitat Type:
Riparian - Areas Along lake or stream
Habitat Type Notes:
Grassy area with trees along an impoundment
Elevation (meters):
70
Area Searched (hectares):
0.25
Artificial Light Sources
Vehicles: Yes
Street Lights: No
Buildings: 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
Light Trespass (light cast on surfaces beyond its intended target): No
Glare (bright light causing visual discomfort): No
Artificial Light Notes:
Observation
Observation Type:
With Flash Data
Number Observed:
11-50
genus:
photuris
Species:
tremulans
Observation Notes:
Specimen Voucher Number:
Flash Behavior
First Flash Time:
20:46
Last Flash Time:
21:34
First Flash Temp (F):
74.3
Last Flash Temp (F):
70.8
Flashes in Pattern:
1
Flash Color:
Green
Flash Pattern Period:
2-3
Flash Duration:
not measured
Flash Interval:
not measured
Male Height Zone:
Moderate (3-8 ft)
Flash Location:
Numerous P. tremulans displaying within a row of bushes and along a weedy impoundment. Single flashes with a dark period of 2-3 seconds and flickers were observed.
