What are the chances of seeing a Lasioglossum pectorale in New York City?
Rare
Under 5% of wildlife watchers report a Lasioglossum pectorale sighting in New York City on a given day, based on 25 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data. It is the 624th most-seen of the 1623 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 Lasioglossum pectorale in New York City?
Any time of year
In every month with enough records, under 5% of wildlife watchers report a Lasioglossum pectorale 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 Lasioglossum pectorale?
Among the best
Of the 3 cities where we can rate Lasioglossum pectorale sightings, New York City ranks 3rd at under 5%, level with the leaders once rounded. The best odds are in Minneapolis [Saint Paul] (United States, under 5%) and Boston (United States, under 5%).
Where does the Lasioglossum pectorale sighting chance come from?
GBIF citizen-science records
It is estimated from how often the Lasioglossum pectorale is recorded against all the insects logged in New York City (25 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.