Pallid Spreadwing

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Lestes pallidus

Pallid Spreadwing, a reference photo
Photo: Alandmanson · CC BY-SA 3.0 (licence)

Lestes pallidus is a species of damselfly in the family Lestidae, the spreadwings. Its common names include pallid spreadwing and pale spreadwing. It is native to Africa, where it is widespread. It lives around pools and streams.

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Pallid Spreadwing 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
Lestidae
Genus
Lestes
Species
Lestes pallidus

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