What are the chances of seeing an Aegomorphus modestus in Washington?
Rare
Under 5% of wildlife watchers report an Aegomorphus modestus sighting in Washington on a given day, based on 10 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data. It is the 1256th most-seen of the 1807 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 an Aegomorphus modestus in Washington?
Any time of year
In every month with enough records, under 5% of wildlife watchers report an Aegomorphus modestus in Washington on a given day, so our monthly data shows no clear season.
Is Washington the best place to see an Aegomorphus modestus?
Yes
Of the 2 cities where we can rate Aegomorphus modestus sightings, Washington has the highest daily chance: under 5%. Next come New York City (United States, under 5%).
Which relatives of the Aegomorphus modestus live in Washington?
Same family: Cerambycidae
The closest relatives of the Aegomorphus modestus that you can see in Washington (family Cerambycidae, Longhorn Beetles) are Red Milkweed Beetle (about 10%) and Locust Borer (about 10%), with each one's daily chance of a sighting.
Where does the Aegomorphus modestus sighting chance come from?
GBIF citizen-science records
It is estimated from how often the Aegomorphus modestus is recorded against all the insects logged in Washington (10 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.