Cocoon
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Description
A protective fibrous case spun by the larvae of moths and other insects. Cocoons provide protection during pupation. Silk is obtained from the cocoon of silkworms.
Synonyms and Related Terms
capullo (Esp.); cocon (Ned); pop (Ned)
Additional Images
Silk moth, Bombyx mori
Comet moth, Argema mittrei
