Info on keeping Tiger Silkworms/Bombyx mori?

[meaganelise9]

Who has kept these, and do you have any tips?

 

[meaganelise9]

I found a caresheet at Carolina.com. Is there anywhere else to buy mulberry leaves or artificial diet? $36 seems like a lot.

 

[patrickfraser]

Check out Small Pet Feeders. They are new to the forum. I should be getting some eggs and chow today. Looking forward to raising these again. I did it once when I was a kid and it was pretty simple. Just make sure you have access to a mulberry tree for leaves if possible. If not, due to the season or what not, they also sell the chow. I will utilize the chow for the winter, but when spring comes I will switch to mulberry leaves. There is a small a tree down the street and also a huge tree in the local cemetery. I used to go mulberry gathering with the family and my Mom made the best mulberry jam. :chef:

 

[meaganelise9]

sweet

 

[patrickfraser]

www.smallpetfeeders.com.