Observation: Phausis reticulata

Observation: Phausis reticulata

Primary Observer:

Richard Joyce

Event Date:

2025-05-21

Status:

Unreviewed

Survey

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Province/State:

Georgia

Event Date:

2025-05-21

Time of Day:

Night-Time

Start Time:

20:23

End Time:

23:13

Number of Observers:

16

Primary Observer:

Richard Joyce

Additional Observers:

A. Yellin, A. Blades, R. Montalvo, A. A. Jennings, and various participants from GA DNR and Birds Georgia

Target Species Genus:

Photuris

Target Species Species:

forresti

Location and Habitat

Location Accuracy (meters):

500-1000

Habitat Type:

Riparian - Areas Along lake or stream

Habitat Type Notes:

A mix of upland forest and shrubby and herbaceous riparian/lakeside vegetation. Wetland areas had alder, sedges, and willow.

Elevation (meters):

220

Area Searched (hectares):

5.4

Artificial Light Sources

Vehicles: No
Street Lights: Yes
Buildings: No

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

Artificial Light Notes:

Most of the survey area only had sky glow, but the area near the dam and parking lot has unshielded street lamps.

Observation

Observation Type:

Non-Flashing

Number Observed:

2-10

Genus:

Phausis

Species:

reticulata

Observation Notes:

Found several in the understory of the upland forest on the north side of Upper Alexander Lake.

Specimen Voucher Number:

27

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