Tasgius ater

Description

One of the larger black rove beetles. Detailed examination is needed for a safe id.

Identification difficulty
Habitat

Various habitats including gardens and post-industrial ground.

When to see it

May to November.

UK Status

Widespread and possibly increasing in Britain.

VC55 Status

Occasional in Leicestershire and Rutland. There were approximately 23 VC55 records for this species up to March 2015.

Leicestershire & Rutland Map

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Species profile

Species group:
Beetles
Kingdom:
Animalia
Order:
Coleoptera
Family:
Staphylinidae
Records on NatureSpot:
2
First record:
09/06/2017 (Calow, Graham)
Last record:
04/08/2020 (Calow, Graham)

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