What are the chances of seeing a Derelict Pelochrista Moth in Seattle?
Rare
Under 5% of wildlife watchers report a Derelict Pelochrista Moth sighting in Seattle on a given day, based on 7 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data. It is the 380th most-seen of the 428 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 Derelict Pelochrista Moth in Seattle?
Any time of year
In every month with enough records, under 5% of wildlife watchers report a Derelict Pelochrista Moth in Seattle on a given day, so our monthly data shows no clear season.
Is Seattle the best place to see a Derelict Pelochrista Moth?
Among the best
Of the 4 cities where we can rate Derelict Pelochrista Moth sightings, Seattle ranks 3rd at under 5%, level with the leaders once rounded. The best odds are in Toronto (Canada, under 5%) and Chicago (United States, under 5%).
Where does the Derelict Pelochrista Moth sighting chance come from?
GBIF citizen-science records
It is estimated from how often the Derelict Pelochrista Moth is recorded against all the insects logged in Seattle (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.