What are the chances of seeing an Asilus flavofemoratus in Washington?
Rare
Under 5% of wildlife watchers report an Asilus flavofemoratus sighting in Washington on a given day, based on 8 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data. It is the 1330th 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 Asilus flavofemoratus in Washington?
Any time of year
In every month with enough records, under 5% of wildlife watchers report an Asilus flavofemoratus in Washington on a given day, so our monthly data shows no clear season.
Is Washington the best place to see an Asilus flavofemoratus?
Among the best
Of the 5 cities where we can rate Asilus flavofemoratus sightings, Washington ranks 3rd at under 5%, level with the leaders once rounded. The best odds are in Philadelphia (United States, under 5%) and Montreal (Canada, under 5%).
Which relatives of the Asilus flavofemoratus live in Washington?
Same family: Asilidae
The closest relatives of the Asilus flavofemoratus that you can see in Washington (family Asilidae, Robber Flies) are Eastern Lion Fly (about 10%) and Plain-Tailed Hanging Thief (about 10%), with each one's daily chance of a sighting.
Where does the Asilus flavofemoratus sighting chance come from?
GBIF citizen-science records
It is estimated from how often the Asilus flavofemoratus is recorded against all the insects logged in Washington (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.