What are the chances of seeing a Smilia fasciata in Washington?
Rare
Under 5% of wildlife watchers report a Smilia fasciata sighting in Washington on a given day, based on 16 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data. It is the 920th 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 Smilia fasciata in Washington?
Any time of year
In every month with enough records, under 5% of wildlife watchers report a Smilia fasciata in Washington on a given day, so our monthly data shows no clear season.
Is Washington the best place to see a Smilia fasciata?
Yes
Of the 2 cities where we can rate Smilia fasciata sightings, Washington has the highest daily chance: under 5%. Next come Dallas (United States, under 5%).
Where does the Smilia fasciata sighting chance come from?
GBIF citizen-science records
It is estimated from how often the Smilia fasciata is recorded against all the insects logged in Washington (16 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.