Silk production begins with the cultivation of the silkworm, specifically the larvae of the Bombyx mori moth. These worms feed on mulberry leaves and spin cocoons made of silk fibers. The process of spinning can take about 2 to 3 days, resulting in a single cocoon that can yield approximately 1,000 meters of silk thread. Once the cocoons are formed, they are harvested and boiled to kill the pupae inside. This process also softens the silk fibers, making them easier to unravel. The long strands are then collected, twisted, and woven into fabric, creating the luxurious material known as silk.