What are the chances of seeing a Xylotrechus nauticus in Los Angeles?
Rare
Under 5% of wildlife watchers report a Xylotrechus nauticus sighting in Los Angeles on a given day, based on 18 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data. It is the 454th most-seen of the 851 insects we can rate there. Over three days the chance rises to about 10%, if each day is a fresh chance.
When is the best time to see a Xylotrechus nauticus in Los Angeles?
Any time of year
In every month with enough records, under 5% of wildlife watchers report a Xylotrechus nauticus in Los Angeles on a given day, so our monthly data shows no clear season.
Is Los Angeles the best place to see a Xylotrechus nauticus?
Among the best
Of the 3 cities where we can rate Xylotrechus nauticus sightings, Los Angeles ranks 2nd at under 5%, level with the leaders once rounded. The best odds are in Sacramento (United States, under 5%).
Where does the Xylotrechus nauticus sighting chance come from?
GBIF citizen-science records
It is estimated from how often the Xylotrechus nauticus is recorded against all the insects logged in Los Angeles (18 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.