Golden-ringed Dragonfly

The golden-ringed dragonfly (Cordulegaster boltonii) is a large, striking species of dragonfly found widely in Europe and locally in northwestern Africa, especially near flowing waters like streams. It is the longest British species of dragonfly, and the only member of its genus to be found in the United Kingdom.

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Golden-ringed Dragonfly 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

• Thecagaster bidentata
• Cordulegaster heros
• Cordulegaster picta
• Thecagaster pekinensis
• Thecagaster charpentieri

Classification

Kingdom

Animalia

Phylum

Arthropoda

Class

Insecta

Order

Odonata

Family

Cordulegastridae

Genus

Cordulegaster

Species

Cordulegaster boltonii

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