Trosiinae
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Norape sorpresa
Norape sorpresa is a recently described species of flannel moth in the family Megalopygidae, first characterized by Wagner and Matson in 2022. Like other members of its genus, the caterpillars possess urticating hairs that can deliver painful stings when touched. The species belongs to a group of moths known for their concealed defensive structures beneath soft, hair-like setae. As a newly described taxon, detailed information about its biology and distribution remains limited.
Trosia
Trosia is a genus of moths in the family Megalopygidae, established by Jacob Hübner in 1820. The genus contains approximately 17 described species distributed primarily in the Neotropical region. Members of this genus are classified within the subfamily Trosiinae, which is endemic to the New World. The genus has been documented in citizen science platforms with over 2,800 observations, indicating moderate field recognition.