Holopogon albipilosus
Curran, 1923
Holopogon albipilosus is a of robber fly ( Asilidae) described by Charles Howard Curran in 1923. As a member of the Brachyrhopalinae, it belongs to a group of predatory flies characterized by compact bodies and distinctive predatory . The species epithet "albipilosus" (white-haired) suggests a notable pale pilosity on the body. Observation records are extremely limited, with only six documented observations on iNaturalist, indicating it is either rare, undercollected, or restricted to specific .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Holopogon albipilosus: //ˌhɒləˈpoʊɡən ˌælbiˈpaɪloʊsəs//
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Taxonomic Status Note
There is conflicting information regarding the taxonomic status of this . Catalogue of Life lists it as a synonym, while GBIF and iNaturalist treat it as an accepted species. This discrepancy may reflect ongoing taxonomic revision or differences in database curation practices.
Data Deficiency
With only six iNaturalist observations and minimal published literature, this is data-deficient. Basic biological information including preferences, geographic range, and seasonal activity remains undocumented in accessible sources.