Observation: Photuris versicolor

Observation: Photuris versicolor

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Unreviewed

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Observation

Observation Type:

With Flash Data

Number Observed:

2-10

genus:

photuris

Species:

versicolor

Observation Notes:

Wasn't able to see bug up close, just identified it's triple flashing pattern.

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Flash Behavior

First Flash Time:

21:24

Last Flash Time:

22:00

First Flash Temp (F):

82

Last Flash Temp (F):

82

Flashes in Pattern:

3

Flash Color:

Green

Flash Pattern Period:

3

Flash Duration:

.02

Flash Interval:

.2

Male Height Zone:

Moderate (3-8 ft)

Flash Location:

Flashes are 2-3 feet above the top of the flowers and brush (about 6ft high in the middle of the grass) - saw 2 of these fireflies.

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