Zenithoptera fasciata, also known as the rainforest bluewing, is a species of dragonfly native to much of the northern half of South America, as well as southern portions of Central America. The species has in the past been known by additional taxonomic names, including: Libellula fasciata, Libellula americana, and Libellula violacea.
From Wikipedia, under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Is it venomous or poisonous?
We have no record of Amazon Sapphirewing 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.
Easily confused with
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Odonata
- Family
- Libellulidae
- Genus
- Zenithoptera
- Species
- Zenithoptera fasciata
Found one? Take a photo and B.inomen will suggest what it is, free.
Check your photo