Silk Moth Eggs (Bombyx mori) Silk moth eggs are the first stage in the life cycle of the Bombyx mori, the domesticated silk moth. These tiny, oval-shaped eggs play a crucial role in silk production. Characteristics of Silk Moth Eggs:• Size & Color: About 1 mm in diameter, usually pale yellow or grayish when freshly laid.• Number of Eggs: A single female silk moth can lay 300–500 eggs after mating.• Incubation Period: The eggs take 10–14 days to hatch into silkworm larvae under warm conditions (around 25–28°C).• Diapause (Hibernation): Some eggs enter diapause (a resting phase) and hatch only in the next season, depending on temperature and humidity. Hatching & Care:• To hatch successfully, the eggs need a warm, humid environment.• After hatching, the larvae (silkworms) need a constant diet of fresh mulberry leaves to grow and develop into silk-spinning caterpillars. Would you like information on breeding silk moths or maintaining their eggs?
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