Diversity, Host Plants and Potential Distribution of Edible Saturniid Caterpillars in Kenya

The promotion of edible insects, including saturniid caterpillars as potential food source is widely gaining momentum. They are adequately rich in nutrients such as proteins, amino acids, fatty acids, and micronutrients. Despite saturniids being a traditional food source with economic benefits, info...

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Main Authors: Elizabeth Siago Kusia, Christian Borgemeister, Fathiya M. Khamis, Robert S. Copeland, Chrysantus M. Tanga, Fidelis Levi Ombura, Sevgan Subramanian
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-07-01
Series:Insects
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4450/12/7/600