Cophura pollinosa
Curran, 1930
Cophura pollinosa is a of robber fly described by Charles Howard Curran in 1930. It belongs to the Brachyrhopalinae within the Asilidae, a diverse group of predatory flies known for their aggressive hunting . The specific epithet "pollinosa" refers to a dusted or pollen-covered appearance, though detailed morphological descriptions are limited in available literature.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Cophura pollinosa: /koʊˈfjʊrə pɒlɪˈnoʊsə/
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Taxonomic history
The was established by Curran in 1930, with the specific epithet "pollinosa" derived from Latin, suggesting a dusty or pollen-like covering. It is currently classified in the Brachyrhopalinae, though subfamily-level in Asilidae has undergone revisions and remains an active area of research.
Data availability
No verified observations exist in iNaturalist, and the appears to be poorly represented in digitized museum collections. This taxonomic obscurity is common for many Asilidae species, particularly those described in the early 20th century from limited material.