In the male, the fore tibiae have several spines, slightly differing from each other in length.

Elytra display strongly developed grooves.

The color of the beetles is bright, with a strong metallic sheen ranging from golden-green to violet-purple.

[3][4] Phelotrupes auratus can be found in eastern China, North and South Korea and throughout Japan.

Body is thick, and white or yellowish in color.