Demetrias imperialis
Demetrias imperialis
Description
Length 5 to 5.5 mm. A distinctive ground beetle. It has straw brown elytra with dark/blackish markings.
Identification difficulty
Recording advice
This is a rare species in our area and good photographs are required to support records.
Habitat
A characteristic beetle of reed beds.
When to see it
All year round.
UK Status
Uncommon in Britain and classed Nationally notable B. Mainly recorded from the south eastern corner of England from The Wash to the Isle of Wight.
VC55 Status
Rare in Leicestershire and Rutland.
Further Information
Tim Sexton
Rutland Water Nature Reserve
19 March 2021
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Additional images
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