Observation: Unknown
Primary Observer:
GA DNR
Event Date:
2025-06-24
Status:
Unreviewed
Survey
Site Name:
Undisclosed
Province/State:
Georgia
Event Date:
2025-06-24
Time of Day:
Night-Time
Start Time:
21:14
End Time:
22:02
Number of Observers:
10+
Primary Observer:
GA DNR
Additional Observers:
I didn't record the number or names, but we probably have it in our records somewhere. I know it was me(Reagan), Anna, and Lily Yellin, among many others. This was a training event open to the public.
target_species_genus:
photuris
target_species_species:
forresti
Location and Habitat
Location Accuracy (meters):
100-250
Habitat Type:
Woodland/Forest - Trees dominant, and in the over-story
Habitat Type Notes:
There was also swampy habitat on the trail that we visited.
Elevation (meters):
600
Area Searched (hectares):
3
Artificial Light Sources
Vehicles: No
Street Lights: Yes
Buildings: Yes
Street Lights: Yes
Buildings: Yes
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:
We were on the trails which didn't have any artificial light that I can remember. There was a few street lights by the building and parking lot, but we were probably far enough away from them.
Observation
Observation Type:
With Flash Data
Number Observed:
1
genus:
unknown
Species:
unknown
Observation Notes:
Reagan's voice recording 1. On the paved trail.
Specimen Voucher Number:
Flash Behavior
First Flash Time:
21:17
Last Flash Time:
21:17
First Flash Temp (F):
86
Last Flash Temp (F):
86
Flashes in Pattern:
1
Flash Color:
Unknown
Flash Pattern Period:
4.29
Flash Duration:
0.26
Flash Interval:
3.96
Male Height Zone:
Moderate (3-8 ft)
Flash Location:
On the paved trail. Mid height.
Male Flash Behavior:
3 flashes, (not sure about the third flash) flashes 1-2 were about 4 seconds apart whereas flashes 2-3 were about 6 seconds apart.
