Question
Biology Question on Strategies For Enhancement in Food Production
Muga silk worm feeds on
A
Shorea
B
Terminalia
C
Machilus
D
Moms
Answer
Machilus
Explanation
Solution
Muga silkworm (Antheraea assamd) belongs to family Saturniidae and is native to Asom (India). Its caterpillars feed on Machilus, cinnamon plants. Silk produced by this moth is known as muga silk.