What are the chances of seeing a Crudosilis ruficollis in London?
Rare
Under 5% of wildlife watchers report a Crudosilis ruficollis sighting in London on a given day, based on 9 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data. It is the 1394th most-seen of the 1504 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 Crudosilis ruficollis in London?
Any time of year
In every month with enough records, under 5% of wildlife watchers report a Crudosilis ruficollis in London on a given day, so our monthly data shows no clear season.
Is London the best place to see a Crudosilis ruficollis?
Among the best
Of the 2 cities where we can rate Crudosilis ruficollis sightings, London ranks 2nd at under 5%, level with the leaders once rounded. The best odds are in Copenhagen (Denmark, under 5%).
Which relatives of the Crudosilis ruficollis live in London?
Same family: Cantharidae
The closest relatives of the Crudosilis ruficollis that you can see in London (family Cantharidae, Soldier Beetles) are Common Red Soldier Beetle (about 20%) and Rustic Sailor Beetle (about 10%), with each one's daily chance of a sighting.
Where does the Crudosilis ruficollis sighting chance come from?
GBIF citizen-science records
It is estimated from how often the Crudosilis ruficollis is recorded against all the insects logged in London (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.