For Cocoon we have terms and definitions in 5 topics. The topics are Bee Keeping, Ecology, Entomological, Insect and Pests.

Cocoon (Bee Keeping)

a pupa surrounded by a silk covering produced by the insect

Cocoon (Ecology)

The pupa stage of a moth or other insect. Usually "cocoon" refers to the outer layer that contains the pupa inside. Cocoons may be made of silk spun from a caterpillar, or dead leaves or wood, cemented together with saliva. Earthworms (which are not insects) lay their eggs in cocoons; a different kind of cocoon, which protects the egg.

Cocoon (Entomological)

A case, made partly or completely of silk, which protects the pupa in many insects, especially the moths. The cocoon is made by the larva before it pupates.

Cocoon (Insect)

A case, made partly or completely of silk, which protects the pupa in many insects, especially the moths. The cocoon is made by the larva before it pupates.

Cocoon (Pests)

A silken case formed by an insect larva for pupation.

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