Sericulture
Geographical and Historical Aspect
- Geographically, Asia is the main producer of silk in the world and produces over 95 % of the total global output.
- Though there are over 40 countries on the world map of silk, bulk of it is produced in China and India, followed by Japan, Brazil and Korea. China is the leading supplier of silk to the world.
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Commercially Exploited Sericigenous Insects of the World |
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Common Name |
Scientific Name |
Origin |
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Mulberry Silkworm |
Bombyx mori |
China |
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Tropical Tasar Silkworm |
Antheraea mylitta |
India |
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Oak Tasar Silkworm |
Antheraea proylei |
India |
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Oak Tasar Silkworm |
Antheraea frithi |
India |
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Oak Tasar Silkworm |
Antheraea compta |
India |
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Oak Tasar Silkworm |
Antheraea pernyi |
China |
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Oak Tasar Silkworm |
Antheraea yamamai |
Japan |
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Muga Silkworm |
Antheraea assama |
India |
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Eri Silkworm |
Philosamia ricini |
India |
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