Barynotus obscurus

Barynotus obscurus

Description

This is quite a large broad-nosed ground weevil (8 to 9.5 mm). The light brown elytra have a slight mottling of paler blotches and also have a sparse covering short of bristly hairs.

Identification difficulty
Recording advice

Unless identified by a recognised expert, good photos are required that show the key ID features. Also state the beetle's size in the comments box.

Habitat

A ground dwelling species which may be found under stones, on the soil surface or on low vegetation.

When to see it

All year round.

UK Status

Widely distributed in England and Wales.

VC55 Status

Fairly 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

All NatureSpot records