Needham's Skimmer

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Libellula needhami

Needham's Skimmer, a reference photo
Photo: Peter Chen 2.0 · CC BY 4.0 (licence)

Libellula needhami, or Needham's skimmer, is a species of skimmer in the family of dragonflies known as Libellulidae. It is found in the Bahamas, Cuba, Mexico, and the United States.

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Needham's Skimmer 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
Libellulidae
Species
Libellula needhami

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