Observation: Photuris hebes
Primary Observer:
Candace Fallon
Event Date:
2022-07-13
Status:
Verified
Survey
Site Name:
Pocomoke River SP - Milburn Landing
Province/State:
Maryland
Event Date:
2022-07-13
Time of Day:
Night-Time
Start Time:
20:38
End Time:
22:01
Number of Observers:
2
Primary Observer:
Candace Fallon
Additional Observers:
Dimitri Rucker
target_species_genus:
photuris
target_species_species:
mysticalampas
Location and Habitat
Location Accuracy (meters):
0-25
Habitat Type:
Forested Wetland - Swamp, cedar bog, mangrove
Habitat Type Notes:
Forested wetland along Milburn Branch with bald cypress, pine, holly, maple. Sphagnum throughout. Swampy/boggy habitat appears quite extensive along Milburn Branch.
Elevation (meters):
0.5
Area Searched (hectares):
0.09
Artificial Light Sources
Vehicles: No
Street Lights: No
Buildings: No
Street Lights: No
Buildings: No
Artificial Light Types
Sky Glow (diffuse illumination in the sky): No
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:
2-10
genus:
photuris
Species:
hebes
Observation Notes:
Specimen Voucher Number:
Flash Behavior
First Flash Time:
20:59
Last Flash Time:
21:41
First Flash Temp (F):
80.7
Last Flash Temp (F):
79.8
Flashes in Pattern:
1
Flash Color:
Green
Flash Pattern Period:
2-7
Flash Duration:
0.8-1
Flash Interval:
2-3
Male Height Zone:
Moderate (3-8 ft)
Flash Location:
Flashes occur over vegetation approximately 3-5 feet off the ground.
Male Flash Behavior:
Males fly slowly and emit streaky long-lasting glows
