What are the chances of seeing a Philhelius citrofasciata in Birmingham?
Rare
Under 5% of wildlife watchers report a Philhelius citrofasciata sighting in Birmingham on a given day, based on 10 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data. It is the 502nd most-seen of the 811 insects we can rate there. Over three days the chance rises to about 10%, and over a week to about 30%, if each day is a fresh chance.
When is the best time to see a Philhelius citrofasciata in Birmingham?
April and May
In those months about 10% of wildlife watchers report a Philhelius citrofasciata in Birmingham on a given day, against under 5% in June to March, the lowest months.
Is Birmingham the best place to see a Philhelius citrofasciata?
Yes
Of the 3 cities where we can rate Philhelius citrofasciata sightings, Birmingham has the highest daily chance: under 5%. Next come London (United Kingdom, under 5%) and Vienna (Austria, under 5%).
Where does the Philhelius citrofasciata sighting chance come from?
GBIF citizen-science records
It is estimated from how often the Philhelius citrofasciata is recorded against all the insects logged in Birmingham (10 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.