What are the chances of seeing a Hibiscus Leaf Caterpillar Moth in New York City?
Rare
Under 5% of wildlife watchers report a Hibiscus Leaf Caterpillar Moth sighting in New York City on a given day, based on 7 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data. It is the 1363rd 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 a Hibiscus Leaf Caterpillar Moth in New York City?
Any time of year
In every month with enough records, under 5% of wildlife watchers report a Hibiscus Leaf Caterpillar Moth 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 a Hibiscus Leaf Caterpillar Moth?
Among the best
Of the 5 cities where we can rate Hibiscus Leaf Caterpillar Moth sightings, New York City ranks 5th at under 5%, level with the leaders once rounded. The best odds are in Baltimore (United States, under 5%), Washington (United States, under 5%) and Philadelphia (United States, under 5%).
Which relatives of the Hibiscus Leaf Caterpillar Moth live in New York City?
Same family: Erebidae
The closest relatives of the Hibiscus Leaf Caterpillar Moth that you can see in New York City (family Erebidae, Underwing, Tiger, Tussock, and Allied Moths) are Green Cloverworm Moth (about 10%), Isabella Tiger Moth (about 10%) and Fall Webworm Moth (about 10%), with each one's daily chance of a sighting.
Where does the Hibiscus Leaf Caterpillar Moth sighting chance come from?
GBIF citizen-science records
It is estimated from how often the Hibiscus Leaf Caterpillar Moth is recorded against all the insects logged in New York City (7 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.