What are the chances of seeing a Rose Slug Sawfly in Washington?
Rare
Under 5% of wildlife watchers report a Rose Slug Sawfly sighting in Washington on a given day, based on 41 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data. It is the 1064th 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 Rose Slug Sawfly in Washington?
Any time of year
In every month with enough records, under 5% of wildlife watchers report a Rose Slug Sawfly in Washington on a given day, so our monthly data shows no clear season.
Is Washington the best place to see a Rose Slug Sawfly?
Yes
Of the 2 cities where we can rate Rose Slug Sawfly sightings, Washington has the highest daily chance: under 5%. Next come New York City (United States, under 5%).
Where does the Rose Slug Sawfly sighting chance come from?
GBIF citizen-science records
It is estimated from how often the Rose Slug Sawfly is recorded against all the insects logged in Washington (41 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.