Pterostichus oblongopunctatus
9 to 12.5mm. This is a black, rather shiny ground beetle.
There are a number of similar species. See ‘Recording Advice’ below.
Detailed examination of the specimen is needed to identify the species, but with care, Pterostichus oblongopunctatus can be recognised by at least four puncture-like depressions in the elytra. There are a number of similar species and confusion is common. Please provide photographs that show the depressions in the elytra.
Broadleaved woodland with fallen timber
Adults can be seen for most of the year but peaking in May/June and in autumn.
Adults can be seen for most of the year but peaking in May/June and in autumn.
Infrequently recorded in Leicestershire & Rutland
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Species profile
- Species group:
- insect - beetle (Coleoptera)
- Kingdom:
- Animalia
- Order:
- Coleoptera
- Family:
- Carabidae
- Records on NatureSpot:
- 1
- First record:
- 01/10/2022 (Sexton, Timothy)
- Last record:
- 01/10/2022 (Sexton, Timothy)
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