What are the chances of seeing a Rhynchomitra microrhina in Washington?
Rare
Under 5% of wildlife watchers report a Rhynchomitra microrhina sighting in Washington on a given day, based on 43 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data. It is the 514th 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 Rhynchomitra microrhina in Washington?
August
In that month about 10% of wildlife watchers report a Rhynchomitra microrhina in Washington on a given day, against under 5% in September to July, the lowest months.
Is Washington the best place to see a Rhynchomitra microrhina?
Among the best
Of the 4 cities where we can rate Rhynchomitra microrhina sightings, Washington ranks 2nd at under 5%, level with the leaders once rounded. The best odds are in Baltimore (United States, under 5%).
Where does the Rhynchomitra microrhina sighting chance come from?
GBIF citizen-science records
It is estimated from how often the Rhynchomitra microrhina is recorded against all the insects logged in Washington (43 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.