Fan-bearing Wood-borer - Ptilinus pectinicornis

3.5 to 5.5mm.  Although it is rather similar to some other members of the Ptinidae family, this species can be recognised by its antennae - although these differ between male and female, both are distinctive. The elytra are light brown and the pronotum darker.

Please include a photograph to support your record to show the distinctive antennae.

Although they may occur wherever suitable broadleaved trees occur, they are most abundant in woodland areas.

Peak time is May to July though it may be encountered throughout the year.

Widespread and fairly frequent in the southern half of Britain become more scarce further north.

Fairly frequent in Leicestershire & Rutland.