Observation: Photuris lucicrescens
Primary Observer:
Mary Patterson
Event Date:
2026-06-28
Status:
Unreviewed
Survey
Site Name:
Patterson Home
Province/State:
Pennsylvania
Event Date:
2026-06-28
Time of Day:
Night-Time
Start Time:
21:10
End Time:
21:55
Number of Observers:
2
Primary Observer:
Mary Patterson
Additional Observers:
Ross Patterson
target_species_genus:
unknown
target_species_species:
unknown
Location and Habitat
Location Accuracy (meters):
0-25
Habitat Type:
Riparian - Areas Along lake or stream
Habitat Type Notes:
edge of pond and storm water management area at outer perimeter of development that lead to woodland/farm fields
Elevation (meters):
370
Area Searched (hectares):
0.10117
Artificial Light Sources
Vehicles: Yes
Street Lights: No
Buildings: Yes
Street Lights: No
Buildings: Yes
Artificial Light Types
Sky Glow (diffuse illumination in the sky): Yes
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:
2-10
genus:
photuris
Species:
lucicrescens
Observation Notes:
Specimen Voucher Number:
Flash Behavior
First Flash Time:
21:20
Last Flash Time:
21:55
First Flash Temp (F):
80
Last Flash Temp (F):
79
Flashes in Pattern:
1
Flash Color:
Yellow
Flash Pattern Period:
6-7
Flash Duration:
1-2
Flash Interval:
4-5
Male Height Zone:
Moderate (3-8 ft)
Flash Location:
upward horizontal movement
