Why there is no std::copy_if algorithm?

Question

Is there any specific reason for not having std::copy_if algorithm in C++ ? I know I can use std::remove_copy_if to achieve the required behavior. I think it is coming in C+

Answer 1

According to Stroustrup's "The C++ Programming Language" it was just an over-sight.

(as a citation, the same question answered in boost mail-lists: copy_if)