What are the chances of seeing a Mallada traviatus in Melbourne?
Rare
Under 5% of wildlife watchers report a Mallada traviatus sighting in Melbourne on a given day, based on 47 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data. It is the 266th 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 30%, if each day is a fresh chance.
When is the best time to see a Mallada traviatus in Melbourne?
February and March
In those months about 10% of wildlife watchers report a Mallada traviatus in Melbourne on a given day, against under 5% in April to January, the lowest months.
Is Melbourne the best place to see a Mallada traviatus?
Yes
Of the 2 cities where we can rate Mallada traviatus sightings, Melbourne has the highest daily chance: under 5%. Next come Brisbane (Australia, under 5%).
Where does the Mallada traviatus sighting chance come from?
GBIF citizen-science records
It is estimated from how often the Mallada traviatus is recorded against all the insects logged in Melbourne (47 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.