Epophthalmia vittata

Epophthalmia vittata, the common torrent hawk, is a species of dragonfly in the family Macromiidae. It is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Indonesia. Three subspecies recognized.

Subspecies

 * Epophthalmia vittata cyanocephala – from Sri Lanka
 * Epophthalmia vittata vittata – from India
 * Epophthalmia vittata sundana – from Indonesia

Description and habitat
It is a moderately sized dragonfly with bluish-green eyes and dark brown thorax, marked with yellow stripes on the sides. Its abdomen is dark reddish-brown with yellow annules on segment 1 to 9. The species breeds in weedy tanks and ponds. Adults can be found far away from breeding habitats. It soars tirelessly during daytime high up, occasionally in small swarms.