Observation: Unknown
Primary Observer:
Eva Alexander
Event Date:
2026-07-27
Status:
Unreviewed
Survey
Site Name:
Bristow Sanctuary & Wildwood Preserve
Province/State:
Connecticut
Event Date:
2026-07-27
Time of Day:
Night-Time
Start Time:
20:55
End Time:
21:15
Number of Observers:
2
Primary Observer:
Eva Alexander
Additional Observers:
Eva Alexander, Sloan Alexander
target_species_genus:
unknown
target_species_species:
unknown
Location and Habitat
Location Accuracy (meters):
25-50
Habitat Type:
Woodland/Forest - Trees dominant, and in the over-story
Habitat Type Notes:
Wooded trail with a small pond nearby next to a main road. It is a bird sanctuary.
Elevation (meters):
78
Area Searched (hectares):
.202
Artificial Light Sources
Vehicles: Yes
Street Lights: Yes
Buildings: Yes
Street Lights: Yes
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): No
Light Trespass (light cast on surfaces beyond its intended target): Yes
Glare (bright light causing visual discomfort): No
Artificial Light Notes:
Observation
Observation Type:
With Flash Data
Number Observed:
2-10
genus:
unknown
Species:
unknown
Observation Notes:
Wasn't able to catch to observe body
Specimen Voucher Number:
Flash Behavior
First Flash Time:
20:30
Last Flash Time:
21:40
First Flash Temp (F):
74
Last Flash Temp (F):
74
Flashes in Pattern:
3
Flash Color:
Green
Flash Pattern Period:
7
Flash Duration:
.6
Flash Interval:
2.5
Male Height Zone:
High (over 8 ft)
Flash Location:
Flashes are towards the side of the trail along the treeline about 10-15ft high.
Male Flash Behavior:
Males are moving quickly somewhat high up.
