Observation: Microphotus dilatatus

Observation: Microphotus dilatatus

Primary Observer:

Anna Walker

Event Date:

2022-07-30

Status:

Verified

Survey

Site Name:

Pena Banca Canyon- White Rock Campground

Province/State:

Arizona

Event Date:

2022-07-30

Time of Day:

Night-Time

Start Time:

20:30

End Time:

21:00

Number of Observers:

2

Primary Observer:

Anna Walker

Additional Observers:

Candace Fallon

Target Species Genus:

Microphotus

Target Species Species:

dilatatus

Location and Habitat

Location Accuracy (meters):

25-50

Habitat Type:

Riparian - Areas Along lake or stream

Habitat Type Notes:

This observation was made in grass/shrubs adjacent to an ephemeral creek/river, that was dry at the time, despite a strong monsoon season. Habitat is in a desert canyon.

Elevation (meters):

1179

Area Searched (hectares):

1

Artificial Light Sources

Vehicles: 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

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Observation

Observation Type:

Non-Flashing

Number Observed:

2-10

Genus:

Microphotus

Species:

dilatatus

Observation Notes:

Male body length is 8mm. Several males came to the white light of our flashlight, on road near dry stream bed.

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