For small amounts of Silkworms (50-100) a shoebox is an ideal living area. If you want to raise large amounts, either get a breeding tray or use multiple shoeboxes.
Silkworm eggs
When it is clear that you have a food source, source your eggs from a friend or from us. After you have reared Silkworms, you will then be able to use your own eggs for future generations.
Paper
We suggest you line the bottom of your living area with paper so that frass can easily be removed, in order to prevent the build-up of mould and consequential diseases.
Food source
Before even deciding to start raising Silkworms, make sure you have either; an adequate supply of Mulberry leaves (warmer months) or artificial Silkworm food – Silkworm Chow (colder months, when the mulberry tree loses its leaves).
200 Grams of Silkworm Chow is the perfect amount to raise 50 Silkworms from hatching to cocooning.
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Zebra Silkworms are white with black stripes, and are often favoured in classrooms and by experienced Silkworm breeders for their exotic appearance.
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This Small Rearing Pack is perfect for raising a small number of Silkworms at home. The Small Rearing pack includes the following products that comes at a 20% discounted price when compared to buyi...
A great piece of equipment that allows for rearing of several silkworms all the way from hatching through to cocooning including a frass collection tray.
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These are not genetically altered in any way. The artificial diet uses a special dye to change the colour of the silkworm. It should only be fed to silkworms from the 2nd day of the 5th and final i...
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Books and resources
Use our resources for quick reference to some breeding tips, or use a picture story book to help engage your class as you teach them about these amazing insects.
Fill-in sheet
Fill-in sheets are available in our teacher packs, or for individual sale. Purchase a fill-in sheet so you can track every step of your Silkworms’ journey.
Photo device
Take pictures of each stage of your Silkworms’ development, and send them in to us for the chance to see them posted to our site and/or social media platforms.
