Echthodopa formosa
Loew, 1872
Echthodopa formosa is a of in the , first described by Loew in 1872. Robber flies in this family are predatory known for their aggressive hunting and diverse morphological . The Echthodopa is part of the diverse asilid fauna of North America. Available information about this specific species is limited beyond its taxonomic placement.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Echthodopa formosa: //ɛkˈθoʊ.doʊ.pə fɔːrˈmoʊ.sə//
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Taxonomic Note
The name Echthodopa is derived from Greek roots, though the specific meaning is not well documented in readily available sources. The epithet 'formosa' is Latin for 'beautiful' or 'handsome', a common descriptor in species names.
Data Availability
As of the knowledge cutoff, detailed information for Echthodopa formosa appears sparse in published literature. The is known from 34 observations on iNaturalist, suggesting it is documented but not extensively studied.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- NCBI Taxonomy
- Catalogue of Life
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