Anthicus antherinus
Anthicus antherinus
Description
A small (3 to 3.5 mm) black and rust red beetle.
Identification difficulty
Habitat
Open habitats and grassy places.
When to see it
Has been recorded in most months of the year but peak times seem to be April-May and September-November.
UK Status
Mostly recorded from the southern half of Britain.
VC55 Status
Infrequently recorded in Leicestershire and Rutland. There were approximately 6 VC55 records for this species up to March 2015.
Mike Higgott
Anstey garden
13 March 2024
AJ Cann
Great Glen, Burton Brook Community WildSpace
24 January 2026
Graham Calow
Stockhill Farm, Broughton Astley
27 September 2018
Mike Higgott
Anstey garden
13 March 2024
David Nicholls
Ratby Taverner Drive Meadow SUD
14 August 2025
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