What are the chances of seeing a Harmostes fraterculus in Washington?
Rare
Under 5% of wildlife watchers report a Harmostes fraterculus sighting in Washington on a given day, based on 36 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data. It is the 568th most-seen of the 1807 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 Harmostes fraterculus in Washington?
August
In that month about 10% of wildlife watchers report a Harmostes fraterculus in Washington on a given day, against under 5% in September to July, the lowest months.
Is Washington the best place to see a Harmostes fraterculus?
Yes
Of the 3 cities where we can rate Harmostes fraterculus sightings, Washington has the highest daily chance: under 5%. Next come Boston (United States, under 5%) and New York City (United States, under 5%).
Where does the Harmostes fraterculus sighting chance come from?
GBIF citizen-science records
It is estimated from how often the Harmostes fraterculus is recorded against all the insects logged in Washington (36 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.