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Moth caterpillar

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ewgen, 09.05.2009 19:59

Why doesn't the moth caterpillar eat fiber made from ramie (Chinese nettle)?
My interest is not idle - I'm writing a script for an educational program, but I can't find the answer. Ramie threads are used in the production of antimol covers.

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09.05.2009 23:45, Pirx

Mechanical strength. Have you tried eating wire?
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