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Yes, humans can eat some types of ant. A particular species of leafcutter ant is eaten in South America -- it is toasted and then consumed like a peanut or similar snack.
See the related link below for more information about eating ants in Peru.
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∙ 15y agoYes, people all over the world eat ants. As to how good they taste, that's another story. One potential danger is that if you don't know where the ants have been, you may be ingesting potential toxins (pesticides).
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∙ 15y agono people eat chocolate ants all the time == Generally, no. There are ants that spray formic acid as a defense mechanism. These might make someone ill if eaten in quantity. But ants are mostly protein. Some natives in different areas around the world eat them as emergency food, and ants like the honey ant are sought out by Australian natives as a delicious treat.
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∙ 12y agoWith the exception of poisonous ants, it is generally safe to eat ants. Many cultures around the would enjoy eating ants. The phenomenon of eating ants and other insects alike is known as Entomophagy.
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∙ 12y agono. because once i fed my turtle one of those big black ants, and it bit my turtle on the neck, so my turtle couldn't eat it.
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∙ 13y agoYes they can, but with care! There are some culture who eat ants as a delicacy dipped in chocolate, while others pan fry them and use them as a seasoning of sorts.
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∙ 13y agoThey are not good or bad for you. They don't have anything in them.
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Is it true that if you eat ants you will be forgetful?
Most people eat several insects throughout the course of their lives, including ants. Ants are safe to eat and will not cause memory loss or other problems for humans.
Is it bad to eat ants in oatmeal?
Most people prefer not to eat insects such as ants, however, we do have the power to digest them, and they are safe to eat. Raisins definitely taste better.
How much ants could an anteater eat if an anteater could eat ants?
they can eat ants.
Do ants a Eat Spit?
ants will eat spit if they have to
What and how do ants eat?
ants eat other bugs
Do ants eat butterflies?
ants do eat butterflies
What do young ants eat that is different to the older ants?
small ants eat smaller amounts also big ants eat bigger amounts
How many ants can an anteater eat?
Lots of Ants would an Anteater eat if Anteater would eat Ants Or An Anteater would eat as many Ants as an Anteater would eat if an Anteater would eat Ants
What is cannibal ants?
Ants that eat other ants.
Do ants eat silicone?
no ants don't eat silicon.
Do turtles eat ants?
turtle do not and will never eat ants.
Why do ants eat clothes?
Ants do not typically eat clothes, but moths do. Ants might eat other ants when they are hungry. If you fear that ants might eat your clothes, keep something lavender scented in your closet to deter them.
