Wednesday, 28 December 2016

species identification - Identify this smooth-cocoon worm from Southern India



I couldn't identify which species these worms belong to. I believe they're insect larvae. They measure approximately 5 to 10 mm in length, and are common in the southern states of India. They carry cocoons, open at both ends, which the worms can wriggle inside and alternate their direction of movement. These cocoons are perfectly smooth except for the openings. Another post shows something similar, but the cocoon of that worm looks more woven, while this one doesn't.


Image of the worm in cocoon




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