What it looks like: 3.7-4.7 mm in length. Its body is oval-shaped, elongate, and shiny reddish-brown. It has short elytra and long, slightly clubbed antennae. The exposed abdomen is covered in long, dense, bristle-like hairs. Its legs are long and robust.

Where you'll find it: This species only occurs in California near the coast.

Natural History: These beetles are found in a variety of leaf litter, ranging from maple to laurel to oak. They appear to be most active from January through April.