Observation: Unknown
Primary Observer:
Tex
Event Date:
2026-06-22
Status:
Unreviewed
Survey
Site Name:
Saddle Creek
Province/State:
Texas
Event Date:
2026-06-22
Time of Day:
Night-Time
Start Time:
04:50
End Time:
05:00
Number of Observers:
1
Primary Observer:
Tex
Additional Observers:
target_species_genus:
target_species_species:
Location and Habitat
Location Accuracy (meters):
0-25
Habitat Type:
Woodland/Forest - Trees dominant, and in the over-story
Habitat Type Notes:
Yaupon. Oak trees. Pine trees. Lots of leaf debris. Had a lot of rain lately.
Elevation (meters):
3
Area Searched (hectares):
1
Artificial Light Sources
Vehicles: No
Street Lights: Yes
Buildings: No
Street Lights: Yes
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:
1
genus:
unknown
Species:
unknown
Observation Notes:
First one I’ve seen here ever. Been here 15 years now. Gonna plant some inland sea oats out under the trees in our wooded area down by the creek. Hoping to create a good habitat.
Specimen Voucher Number:
Flash Behavior
First Flash Time:
04:47
Last Flash Time:
04:49
First Flash Temp (F):
72
Last Flash Temp (F):
72
Flashes in Pattern:
1
Flash Color:
White
Flash Pattern Period:
5
Flash Duration:
25
Flash Interval:
5
Male Height Zone:
Moderate (3-8 ft), High (over 8 ft)
Flash Location:
Back yard wooded area. Then flew up over the house
