Small Red-eyed Damselfly (Erythromma viridulum)

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The small red-eyed damselfly (Erythromma viridulum) is a member of the damselfly family Coenagrionidae. It is very similar to the red-eyed damselfly.

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Small Red-eyed Damselfly 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

Erythromma najas

Classification

Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Arthropoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Odonata
Family: Coenagrionidae
Genus: Erythromma
Species: Erythromma viridulum

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