Observation: Photuris forresti
Primary Observer:
Richard Joyce
Event Date:
2025-05-21
Status:
Verified
Survey
Site Name:
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
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
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:
Without Flash Data
Number Observed:
11-50
genus:
photuris
Species:
forresti
Observation Notes:
Low numbers of Photuris with dark elytra and dark hind coxae flashing at the edge of Upper Alexander Lake. The photographed individual gave a series of quick flashes somewhat similar to a male P. forresti flash pattern, but with a less erratic flight trajectory.
