What are the chances of seeing a Glyphipterix chrysoplanetis in Melbourne?
Rare
Under 5% of wildlife watchers report a Glyphipterix chrysoplanetis sighting in Melbourne on a given day, based on 35 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data. It is the 302nd 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 Glyphipterix chrysoplanetis in Melbourne?
November and December
In those months about 10% of wildlife watchers report a Glyphipterix chrysoplanetis in Melbourne on a given day, against under 5% in January to October, the lowest months.
Is Melbourne the best place to see a Glyphipterix chrysoplanetis?
Yes
Of the 2 cities where we can rate Glyphipterix chrysoplanetis sightings, Melbourne has the highest daily chance: under 5%. Next come Sydney (Australia, under 5%).
Where does the Glyphipterix chrysoplanetis sighting chance come from?
GBIF citizen-science records
It is estimated from how often the Glyphipterix chrysoplanetis is recorded against all the insects logged in Melbourne (35 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.