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Tortyra slossonia
Slosson's metalmark moth, reflective tortyra moth, ficus budworm
A small moth in the family Choreutidae, known from Florida. The species was described by Fernald in 1900 and named for entomologist Annie Trumbull Slosson. It has a wingspan of approximately 13 mm. The common name "ficus budworm" suggests an association with Ficus plants, though specific host relationships require confirmation.