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Silk moth covers itself completely with silk fibre during larval stage. This covering is known as __.


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The larvae of the silk moth spin the silk thread around themselves. This covering is known as a cocoon which is generally made up of proteins. The pupa continues to develop within the cocoon. The silk thread or yarn is obtained from the silk moth’s cocoon.


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