What are the chances of seeing a Mediterranean Potter Wasp in New York City?
Rare
Under 5% of wildlife watchers report a Mediterranean Potter Wasp sighting in New York City on a given day, based on 138 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data. It is the 198th 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 30%, if each day is a fresh chance.
When is the best time to see a Mediterranean Potter Wasp in New York City?
August to October
In those months about 10% of wildlife watchers report a Mediterranean Potter Wasp in New York City on a given day, against under 5% in November to July, the lowest months.
Is New York City the best place to see a Mediterranean Potter Wasp?
Among the best
Of the 3 cities where we can rate Mediterranean Potter Wasp sightings, New York City ranks 2nd at under 5%, level with the leaders once rounded. The best odds are in Tel Aviv (Israel, under 5%).
Where does the Mediterranean Potter Wasp sighting chance come from?
GBIF citizen-science records
It is estimated from how often the Mediterranean Potter Wasp is recorded against all the insects logged in New York City (138 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.