Platynus livens
7-10mm. Dark (black or dark brown) but often with two dull red spots between the eyes. Antennae and legs are brown. Along with Agonum species it has a toothed mentum (the plate beneath the head). It has a transverse groove at the rear of the head.
Similar to Agonum thoreyi but distinguished by the transverse groove at the rear of the head.
Unless identified by a recognised expert, a photo is required and the specimen should be examined with a microscope. In the comments box, state the key or ID method used and describe the size and identifying characters.
Lowland marsh, sometimes under bark.
Most active March to June but can be found all year.
Uncommon, very localised.
Uncommon and local.
David Nicholls
Saddington Reservoir
05 February 2024
David Nicholls
Saddington Reservoir
05 February 2024
Transverse groove on rear of head
David Nicholls
Saddington Reservoir
05 February 2024
Toothed mentum
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