Observation: Photuris
Primary Observer:
Mara Zimmerman
Event Date:
2026-06-25
Status:
Unreviewed
Survey
Site Name:
Kellys Run Site #1
Province/State:
Pennsylvania
Event Date:
2026-06-25
Time of Day:
Night-Time
Start Time:
20:22
End Time:
22:00
Number of Observers:
2
Primary Observer:
Mara Zimmerman
Additional Observers:
Lisa Zimmerman
target_species_genus:
unknown
target_species_species:
unknown
Location and Habitat
Location Accuracy (meters):
25-50
Habitat Type:
Grassland/Meadow - Meadow, open, grasses dominant
Habitat Type Notes:
There was also a small forest section within the searched area and a small meadow caused by light lines between the trees.
Elevation (meters):
210.1
Area Searched (hectares):
2.87
Artificial Light Sources
Vehicles: Yes
Street Lights: No
Buildings: No
Street Lights: No
Buildings: No
Artificial Light Types
Sky Glow (diffuse illumination in the sky): No
Light Trespass (light cast on surfaces beyond its intended target): Yes
Glare (bright light causing visual discomfort): Yes
Light Trespass (light cast on surfaces beyond its intended target): Yes
Glare (bright light causing visual discomfort): Yes
Artificial Light Notes:
Observation
Observation Type:
With Flash Data
Number Observed:
50+
genus:
photuris
Species:
unknown
Observation Notes:
The specimen's body length was 1.7cm.
Specimen Voucher Number:
Flash Behavior
First Flash Time:
21:10
Last Flash Time:
22:00
First Flash Temp (F):
69.9
Last Flash Temp (F):
68.0
Flashes in Pattern:
1
Flash Color:
Green
Flash Pattern Period:
3
Flash Duration:
1.2
Flash Interval:
2.1
Male Height Zone:
Moderate (3-8 ft)
Flash Location:
This flash pattern was displayed in both forested areas and the meadow sections near the forest.
Male Flash Behavior:
The males typically moved horizontally in straight or "s" shaped pattern.
Female Flash Behavior:
Unknown
