Observation: Photuris reticulata
Primary Observer:
Karen Smith
Event Date:
2026-05-16
Status:
Unreviewed
Survey
Site Name:
Undisclosed
Province/State:
Georgia
Event Date:
2026-05-16
Time of Day:
Night-Time
Start Time:
20:40
End Time:
21:30
Number of Observers:
3
Primary Observer:
Karen Smith
Additional Observers:
Suzy Downing, Arata Watanabe
target_species_genus:
photuris
target_species_species:
forresti
Location and Habitat
Location Accuracy (meters):
0-25
Habitat Type:
Riparian - Areas Along lake or stream
Habitat Type Notes:
Chinese privet, willow, Sweetgum, ash.
Stilt grass, arrowhead
Elevation (meters):
308
Area Searched (hectares):
.5
Artificial Light Sources
Vehicles: Yes
Street Lights: Yes
Buildings: Yes
Mall of Georgia
Street Lights: Yes
Buildings: Yes
Mall of Georgia
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:
photuris
Species:
reticulata
Observation Notes:
7mm, stilt grass open area under Sweetgum trees
Specimen Voucher Number:
Flash Behavior
First Flash Time:
21:15
Last Flash Time:
12:20
First Flash Temp (F):
72.5
Last Flash Temp (F):
72.5
Flashes in Pattern:
1
Flash Color:
Blue
Flash Pattern Period:
13
Flash Duration:
10
Flash Interval:
0
Male Height Zone:
Low (0-3 ft)
Flash Location:
Between the viewing platform and the bird blind, return trail.
Male Flash Behavior:
One continuous flash as male wandered around stilt grass.
Female Flash Behavior:
None
