Insects what do they eat

According to an estimate made by scientist Erik J. Van Nieukerken, there are approximately 1,, species of insects in the world. The largest insect known to man is the South American longhorn beetle.

It is approximately 25 centimeters in length. While it is a common belief that all insects are referred to as "bugs," there is a difference between the two terms. True bugs have a straw shaped mouth called a stylet.

Why chocolate? The bugs supposedly taste like mint, so the combination is a no-brainer. The town even has an arts and crafts center devoted to the bug-eating tradition. There, you can buy just about any item adorned with the image of the queen ant. Bugs account for up to 60 percent of dietary protein in the rural African diet. For many people in Ghana, eating termites can be an important means of survival.

The insects provide crucial proteins, fats, and oils, especially when other food sources are in short supply. Forget about peanuts and pretzels — many bars in Thailand serve fried bugs alongside their libations.

Crickets, grasshoppers and a variety of worms are all considered favorite snacks in this part of the world. If you're on a date in Thailand, grab your sweetie a handful of insects to snack on as you refill her Thai tea.

Larvae are big in this Asian country. You can sample roasted bee larvae or fried silkworm moth larvae — both rich in copper, iron, riboflavin, thiamin and zinc. While you're picking out that beautifully embroidered silk dress or jacket, consider that the same silkworms you had with lunch helped make it happen. They can produce to 1, silken threads in 72 hours. Some Dutch citizens are trying to bring bug-eating culture to their home country by making chocolate infused with ground mealworms.

The Dutch are all about being culturally diverse and receptive to foreign influences, so eating insects is right up their alley. This seems to be a trend — eating one another They use their stingers to inject venom into their prey.

The venom then paralyzes the victim making it hassle-free for the scorpion to enjoy its meal. Finally, something normal! They stick to plants and crops like grass, corn and wheat. To help rid of these pesky critters in your home, clean any mess made right away and keep your home clear of crumbs and standing water.

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