Silkworms are the larvae of the silk moth, Bombyx mori, and are renowned for their ability to produce silk fibers. They primarily feed on mulberry leaves and undergo several stages of development, including egg, larva, pupa, and adult. During the larval stage, silkworms spin protective silk threads around themselves to form cocoons. These silk fibers are harvested and unraveled to create silk fabric, a process that has been utilized for thousands of years, particularly in the textile industry. Silkworms play a crucial role in sericulture, the practice of cultivating silk.
