What are the chances of seeing an Aegomorphus modestus in New York City?
Rare
Under 5% of wildlife watchers report an Aegomorphus modestus sighting in New York City on a given day, based on 13 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data. It is the 880th most-seen of the 1623 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 an Aegomorphus modestus in New York City?
Any time of year
In every month with enough records, under 5% of wildlife watchers report an Aegomorphus modestus in New York City on a given day, so our monthly data shows no clear season.
Is New York City the best place to see an Aegomorphus modestus?
Among the best
Of the 2 cities where we can rate Aegomorphus modestus sightings, New York City ranks 2nd at under 5%, level with the leaders once rounded. The best odds are in Washington (United States, under 5%).
Which relatives of the Aegomorphus modestus live in New York City?
Same family: Cerambycidae
The closest relatives of the Aegomorphus modestus that you can see in New York City (family Cerambycidae, Longhorn Beetles) are Red Milkweed Beetle (about 10%) and Locust Borer (about 10%), with each one's daily chance of a sighting.
Where does the Aegomorphus modestus sighting chance come from?
GBIF citizen-science records
It is estimated from how often the Aegomorphus modestus is recorded against all the insects logged in New York City (13 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.