Observation: Photinus macdermotti
Primary Observer:
Jason Poston
Event Date:
2026-04-29
Status:
Unreviewed
Survey
Site Name:
ROGERS
Province/State:
South Carolina
Event Date:
2026-04-29
Time of Day:
Night-Time
Start Time:
20:30
End Time:
21:20
Number of Observers:
1
Primary Observer:
Jason Poston
Additional Observers:
Na
target_species_genus:
photinus
target_species_species:
macdermotti
Location and Habitat
Location Accuracy (meters):
0-25
Habitat Type:
Developed - Sub/urban areas; parks/gardens
Habitat Type Notes:
Elevation (meters):
24
Area Searched (hectares):
1
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:
With Flash Data
Number Observed:
2-10
genus:
photinus
Species:
macdermotti
Observation Notes:
Specimen Voucher Number:
Flash Behavior
First Flash Time:
20:30
Last Flash Time:
21:00
First Flash Temp (F):
74
Last Flash Temp (F):
70
Flashes in Pattern:
4
Flash Color:
Yellow
Flash Pattern Period:
8
Flash Duration:
2
Flash Interval:
4
Male Height Zone:
Moderate (3-8 ft)
Flash Location:
What?
