Observation: Photuris
Primary Observer:
Richard Joyce
Event Date:
2026-05-16
Status:
Unreviewed
Survey
Site Name:
Beidler Forest Sanctuary- low boardwalk
Province/State:
South Carolina
Event Date:
2026-05-16
Time of Day:
Night-Time
Start Time:
20:04
End Time:
20:59
Number of Observers:
1
Primary Observer:
Richard Joyce
Additional Observers:
NA
target_species_genus:
photinus
target_species_species:
floridanus
Location and Habitat
Location Accuracy (meters):
50-100
Habitat Type:
Woodland/Forest - Trees dominant, and in the over-story
Habitat Type Notes:
Oak and loblollypine, with dwarf palmetto, ericaceous shrubs, and sedges in the understory.
Elevation (meters):
17
Area Searched (hectares):
0.75
Artificial Light Sources
Vehicles: No
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): 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:
Without Flash Data
Number Observed:
1
genus:
photuris
Species:
unknown
Observation Notes:
Flashing from ground at 8:40 PM near low boardwalk. Dark hind coxae; ~11 mm long.
