A small grey/black weevil length about 2.5 mm.

Unless identified by a recognised expert, photographic evidence is required and the specimen should be examined with a microscope. In the comments box, state the key or ID method used. Note the beetle's size and describe the identifying characters. It is advisable to retain the specimen in case further checks are needed.

Areas where the larval foodplants grow.

May to September.

Larvae feed within the flower buds of Meadow Vetchling (Lathyrus pratensis) and some Vetches of the Vicia family.

Widespread and fairly frequent in Britain.

Fairly frequent in Leicestershire and Rutland. There were a total of 22 VC55 records for this species up to March 2015.