When viewed slightly ventrally, the rounded shape of the prepectus is apparent.

The presence of a pygidial plate is evidenced by the strong lateral carinae, in this species uniting apically into a fine, curved point.

In small species such as this one (body size less than 6mm), the details of the pygidium are easier to see when viewed from the side. The surface is shiny, without the extensive punctations common in Podagritus.

Note too the stinger, extended upon death.