Dasytes tristiculus

Dasytes tristiculus is a species of beetles belonging to the family Melyridae.

Distribution
This Mediterranean species is present in France, Italy and Spain.

Description
Dasytes tristiculus can reach a body length of about 4 - 5 mm. These small black beetles have long erect black pubescence over the entire surface of the elytra and pronotum. The females usually show a broad transversal band of lighter pubescence anteriorly.

Phenology
Adults can be found from April to June.