Threads of Tradition and Technology: A Comparative Analysis of Muga, Eri, and Tussar Silk
Threads of Tradition and Technology: A Comparative Analysis of Muga, Eri, and Tussar Silk India is home to a variety of wild silks, among which Muga, Eri, and Tussar are the most renowned. These silks are bio-based, biodegradable, and form an integral part of India’s sericulture heritage. While they all fall under the category of non-mulberry silks, each type exhibits distinct technical and aesthetic characteristics, offering unique advantages in both textile and sustainable fashion industries. 1. Origin and Silkworm Species Silk Type Scientific Name of Silkworm Region of Cultivation Muga Antheraea assamensis Assam (Northeast India) Eri Samia ricini Assam, Meghalaya, Bihar, Andhra Pradesh Tussar Antheraea mylitta Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, West Bengal 2. Cocoon Characteristics - Muga: Golden-yellow, semi-transparent cocoon with hi...