Observation: Micronaspis floridana
Primary Observer:
Richard Joyce
Event Date:
2026-04-13
Status:
Verified
Survey
Site Name:
Guy Bradley Trail: Flamingo: Everglades National Park
Province/State:
Florida
Event Date:
2026-04-13
Time of Day:
Night-Time
Start Time:
23:29
End Time:
23:36
Number of Observers:
2
Primary Observer:
Richard Joyce
Additional Observers:
Kevin Burls
target_species_genus:
micronaspis
target_species_species:
floridana
Location and Habitat
Location Accuracy (meters):
0-25
Habitat Type:
Forested Wetland - Swamp, cedar bog, mangrove
Habitat Type Notes:
Mangroves, with a mix of red, black and buttonwood mangrove.
Elevation (meters):
0.5
Area Searched (hectares):
0.2
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): Yes
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:
Without Flash Data
Number Observed:
11-50
genus:
micronaspis
Species:
floridana
Observation Notes:
Observed 30-40 glowing larvae and approximately 5 flashing adults.
