Common torrent hawk

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Epophthalmia vittata

Common torrent hawk, a reference photo
Photo: Suraj Naik · CC BY 3.0 (licence)

Epophthalmia vittata, the common torrent hawk, is a species of dragonfly in the family Macromiidae. It is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Indonesia. Three subspecies recognized.

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Common torrent hawk being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

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Classification

Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Arthropoda
Class
Insecta
Order
Odonata
Family
Macromiidae
Species
Epophthalmia vittata

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