What are the chances of seeing a Prochoerodes forficaria in San Diego?
Rare
Under 5% of wildlife watchers report a Prochoerodes forficaria sighting in San Diego on a given day, based on 8 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data. It is the 519th most-seen of the 693 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 Prochoerodes forficaria in San Diego?
Any time of year
In every month with enough records, under 5% of wildlife watchers report a Prochoerodes forficaria in San Diego on a given day, so our monthly data shows no clear season.
Is San Diego the best place to see a Prochoerodes forficaria?
Yes
Of the 2 cities where we can rate Prochoerodes forficaria sightings, San Diego has the highest daily chance: under 5%. Next come San Francisco (United States, under 5%).
Which relatives of the Prochoerodes forficaria live in San Diego?
Same family: Geometridae
The closest relatives of the Prochoerodes forficaria that you can see in San Diego (family Geometridae, Geometer Moths) are Dwarf Tawny Wave (about 10%) and Somber Carpet Moth (about 10%), with each one's daily chance of a sighting.
Where does the Prochoerodes forficaria sighting chance come from?
GBIF citizen-science records
It is estimated from how often the Prochoerodes forficaria is recorded against all the insects logged in San Diego (8 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.