What are the chances of seeing a Xystrocera virescens in Melbourne?
Rare
Under 5% of wildlife watchers report a Xystrocera virescens sighting in Melbourne on a given day, based on 32 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data. It is the 319th 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 Xystrocera virescens in Melbourne?
November to January
In those months about 10% of wildlife watchers report a Xystrocera virescens in Melbourne on a given day, against under 5% in February to October, the lowest months.
What time of day is best to see a Xystrocera virescens?
Between 7 and 10 pm
Across all the parks we cover, that three-hour window holds the most Xystrocera virescens sightings with a recorded time, and nearly all of them come between 6 pm and 6 am: it is mostly seen at night.
Is Melbourne the best place to see a Xystrocera virescens?
Yes
Of the 3 cities where we can rate Xystrocera virescens sightings, Melbourne has the highest daily chance: under 5%. Next come Brisbane (Australia, under 5%) and Sydney (Australia, under 5%).
Where does the Xystrocera virescens sighting chance come from?
GBIF citizen-science records
It is estimated from how often the Xystrocera virescens is recorded against all the insects logged in Melbourne (32 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.