Silkworm. Silkworm (Bombyx mori) spinning a cocoon between twigs. Silkworms are the larvae (caterpillars) of the silk moth. They produce a fine silk cocoon around themselves as they pupate for protection as they undergo metamorphosis. This is harvested for use in clothing and fabrics. Once the cocoons have been produced,the pupae are killed to ensure the silk is not damaged by the emerging moths | |
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