What are the chances of seeing a Sympherobius occidentalis in Austin?
Rare
Under 5% of wildlife watchers report a Sympherobius occidentalis sighting in Austin on a given day, based on 9 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data. It is the 1254th most-seen of the 1624 insects we can rate there. Over three days the chance rises to about 10%, and over a week to about 20%, if each day is a fresh chance.
When is the best time to see a Sympherobius occidentalis in Austin?
Any time of year
In every month with enough records, under 5% of wildlife watchers report a Sympherobius occidentalis in Austin on a given day, so our monthly data shows no clear season.
Is Austin the best place to see a Sympherobius occidentalis?
Yes
Of the 2 cities where we can rate Sympherobius occidentalis sightings, Austin has the highest daily chance: under 5%. Next come Dallas (United States, under 5%).
Where does the Sympherobius occidentalis sighting chance come from?
GBIF citizen-science records
It is estimated from how often the Sympherobius occidentalis is recorded against all the insects logged in Austin (9 verified sightings), calibrated against known sighting rates. Figures are rounded to the nearest 10% because citizen-science data supports honest approximations, not decimals, and months with records from fewer than five people show "—". How it works.