Q. The larva of Bombyx mori is known as

A) Nymph
B) Trochophore
C) Cocoon
D) Caterpillar
Explanation

The larva of Bombyx mori is known as caterpillar. A fully grown caterpillar has a length of about 7.5 cm. These larvae are voraceous feeder so they have continuous supply of food. Each caterpillar larvae has well developed mandibulate type of mouth parts adapted to feed easily on the mulberry leaves.

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