7 Most Common Insects That Are Eaten Regularly Around The World

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Most Common Insects Eaten

Here’s a list of some of the most common insects that are eaten around the world. Take a look at them!

A big part of the diet in African countries, it’s also eaten in Indonesia.

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1. Termites

From Brazil to China, they are eaten by people either as a boiled or stir-fried dish.

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2. Ants

Easily caught, these are often eaten and sold in Mexico, which creates quite a demand for them

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3. Grasshoppers

Popularly sold on skewers, this is found in the markets of China and Thailand.

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4. Scorpions

Complete with all nine essential amino acids and vitamin E, these are also a popular choice of food.

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5. Beetles

These are often fried and eaten in countries like Thailand, Cambodia, and Mexico.

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6. Crickets

Regarded as a delicacy in Cambodia, spiders are usually cooked fried garlic and spices.

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7. Tarantulas

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Would you also want to try these insects and add them to your diet?