What are the chances of seeing a Giant Gumleaf Katydid in Melbourne?
Rare
Under 5% of wildlife watchers report a Giant Gumleaf Katydid sighting in Melbourne on a given day, based on 43 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data. It is the 276th most-seen of the 875 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 Giant Gumleaf Katydid in Melbourne?
October to December
In those months about 10% of wildlife watchers report a Giant Gumleaf Katydid in Melbourne on a given day, against under 5% in January to September, the lowest months.
Is Melbourne the best place to see a Giant Gumleaf Katydid?
Yes
Of the 2 cities where we can rate Giant Gumleaf Katydid sightings, Melbourne has the highest daily chance: under 5%. Next come Sydney (Australia, under 5%).
Where does the Giant Gumleaf Katydid sighting chance come from?
GBIF citizen-science records
It is estimated from how often the Giant Gumleaf Katydid is recorded against all the insects logged in Melbourne (43 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.