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Current accepted name |
Yes
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Accepted name
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Status details |
senior synonym, original combination
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Etymology of generic noun |
Greek, hoplon = weapon (Ref. 45335).
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Etymology of specific epithet |
Named for Curupira, a mythical creature of the Brazilian folklore that protects the forest. A Curupira is a small Amerindian child characterized by having its feet turned backwards, making it difficult to follow its tracks; noun in apposition..
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References using the name as accepted
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