Economic Zoology
Indian Sericulture Industry: The Indian sericulture industry has a rich history and plays a significant role in the country’s rural economy. Sericulture involves the cultivation of silkworms and the production of silk, which has both domestic and international markets. While the industry has shown promise, it also faces certain challenges. Here’s an overview of the…
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Pearl Producing Molluscs in India: The pearl producing molluscs in India are marine and freshwater bivalves. The marine pearl oysters are the most common and important pearl producers in India. The freshwater pearl mussels are also cultured for pearls in India, but on a smaller scale. India is home to several species of mollusks that…
Pearl Producing Sites in India: India has a rich history of pearl production, with several regions known for their pearl-producing sites. In India pearl fisheries are carried out from the past. The traditional areas (Gulf of Mannar and Gulf of kutch) which had produced natural pearls are which are located in the Gulf of Mannar (Tamil Nadu) and Gulf of…
Bee Keeping Methods and Equipments: The production of honey is done by two methods, namely indigenous (old) method and modern method. To obtain pure and more amount of honey modern methods of apiculture are in practiced. Bee Keeping Methods and Equipments Beekeeping, also known as apiculture, is the practice of managing honey bee colonies. Beekeepers…
Beekeeping Equipment: Beekeeping is a fascinating and rewarding hobby that requires proper knowledge, skills, and the right tools. Beekeepers rely on various types of equipment to create a conducive environment for the bees and ensure the smooth functioning of their colonies. In this article, we will explore the essential beekeeping equipment that every beekeeper should…
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Suitable Varieties of Mulberry: Mulberry (Morus spp.) is a commonly cultivated plant in India, primarily for sericulture (silk production). There are several varieties of mulberry suitable for cultivation in different regions of India, considering factors such as climate, soil conditions, and local requirements. Suitable Varieties of Mulberry There are a number of mulberry varieties suitable for…
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Laccifer lacca: The lac insects are sluggish and it have almost sedentary in life. They live inside the tree twigs chambers. Therefore they are degenerated or lost the body, without wings but with distinct legs. Lac insect Laccifer lacca is a small, resinous, crawling scale-insect which inserts its beak into plant tissues, sucks juices, grows, and secretes lac from the…
