What are the chances of seeing a Melissodes subillatus in Boston?
Rare
Under 5% of wildlife watchers report a Melissodes subillatus sighting in Boston on a given day, based on 11 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data. It is the 695th most-seen of the 1200 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 Melissodes subillatus in Boston?
Any time of year
In every month with enough records, under 5% of wildlife watchers report a Melissodes subillatus in Boston on a given day, so our monthly data shows no clear season.
Is Boston the best place to see a Melissodes subillatus?
Yes
Of the 2 cities where we can rate Melissodes subillatus sightings, Boston has the highest daily chance: under 5%. Next come New York City (United States, under 5%).
Where does the Melissodes subillatus sighting chance come from?
GBIF citizen-science records
It is estimated from how often the Melissodes subillatus is recorded against all the insects logged in Boston (11 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.