3.5 to 4.5 mm. A shiny metallic brassy or bronze beetle, sometimes distinctly blue or green, legs dark with the tibiae mostly pale.

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.

Widespread in a variety of habitats including post-industrial and agricultural land.

Can be encountered in most months, but peak time is probably late April to July.

Widespread and fairly frequent in England and Wales.

Fairly frequent in Leicestershire and Rutland.