Length about 5 mm and brown in colour. Choleva beetles have long legs and antennae. There are several similar species and precise identification may need detailed examination.

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Sometimes found in mole and mouse courses and in cave entrances.

May be recorded in most months of the year.

Mainly recorded from the south eastern corner of Britain.

Occasional in Leicestershire and Rutland.