A small ground beetle species endemic to Europe, characterized by distinctive large head and metallic-like exoskeleton. Belongs to the Carabidae family of predatory beetles.
Temperate forest floors, grasslands, woodland edges, and agricultural landscapes across Central and Northern Europe. Prefers moist, dark environments with leaf litter and decaying organic matter.
Essential predator in ground invertebrate ecosystems, controlling populations of smaller insects, mites, and arthropods. Plays crucial role in nutrient cycling and pest regulation.
