Cordilura setosa
Loew, 1860
Cordilura setosa is a of in the , described by Loew in 1860. Members of this family are commonly known as dung flies due to their frequent association with and other decaying matter. The specific epithet "setosa" refers to the (bristly) nature of this species. As with other scathophagids, are likely predatory or feed on nectar, while develop in decomposing substrates.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Cordilura setosa: /kɔrˈdɪl.jʊ.rə sɛˈtoʊ.sə/
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Nomenclature
The specific epithet "setosa" (Latin for "bristly") likely refers to conspicuous bristle-like on the body, a common diagnostic feature in Cordilura .