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