Length 1.8 to 2.3 mm. A small, shiny brown beetle with paler tipped elytra.

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.

Found in a wide range of habitats including moss, leaf litter, compost, flood refuse, grass tussocks etc.

All year round peaking in April and May.

Widespread and fairly frequent in Britain.

Fairly frequent in Leicestershire and Rutland.