silkworms not eating

Chamster

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i got about 50 adult silkies today and they were eating like crazy. they dont seem to be eating anymore..... im not sure why.... anyone know why????
 
Usually all they do is eat and poop, eat and poop. Are they pooping? lol. Only kidding. My only concern is that they have that disease. Although i don't see how it would effect them so quickly.
 
i just got them 5 hours ago i dont think disease got to them yet.... i read somewhere that when they want to molt they kind of slow down on feeding so maybe theyre going to molt???..... thats my best quess.. i hope its nothing big.
 
http://www.silkwormshop.com/faq.html#notmoving

Q: My Silkworms Aren't Eating or Moving. What's Wrong?

A: This is normal, and actually means that your worms are healthy and growing. A Silkworm's only job is to eat and grow, but because their soft skins do not stretch as they grow, the worms must shed their skins. They will molt 3 to 4 times during growth. If your worms aren't eating and are sitting still (especially with their heads raised in the air), they're getting ready to molt. Your worms will spend one or two inactive days just before molting.

Sounds like you might be right!
 
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