Amara lunicollis

Amara lunicollis

Description

7.5 to 9 mm long. Quite similar to other members of the genus and detailed examination is required.

Identification difficulty
Recording advice

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.

Habitat

Grassland, heathland and post-industrial ground.

When to see it

Can be found in most months of the year, probably peaking around May

UK Status

Widespread and frequent in Britain.

VC55 Status

Frequent in Leicestershire and Rutland.

Leicestershire & Rutland Map

MAP KEY:

Yellow squares = NBN records (all known data)
Coloured circles = NatureSpot records: 2025+ | 2020-2024 | pre-2020

UK Map

Additional images

No additional images available for this species.

All NatureSpot records