Bruchus loti
Bruchus loti
Description
1.7 to 2.5 mm. A grey seed eating leaf beetle. The basal part of the antenna is pale brown as is most of the foreleg.
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
A variety of open habitats and grassy places.
When to see it
March to November with a peak in May and June.
UK Status
Widespread in the southern half of Britain, less frequent elsewhere.
VC55 Status
Fairly frequent in Leicestershire and Rutland.
Leicestershire & Rutland Map
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Yellow squares = NBN records (all known data)
Coloured circles = NatureSpot records: 2025+ | 2020-2024 | pre-2020



