"Invasivorism is the practice of eating invasive species as a means to help lower the numbers of these multiplying creatures and plants that are overcrowding habitats and altering delicate ecosystems. The idea has grown in popularity over the years, spawning pro-invasivorism websites like EattheInvaders.org and even inspiring pop-up dinners that feature menus based on these delectable interlopers.
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Because of FDA regulations banning the sale of wild-hunted animals for humans consumption, it’s unlikely we will find nutria meat sold in stores. But Louisiana chef Philippe Parola sees nutria as “the best red meat you’ve ever had,” he told Modern Farmer."
https://food.good.is/articles/invasive-species-as-food
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Because of FDA regulations banning the sale of wild-hunted animals for humans consumption, it’s unlikely we will find nutria meat sold in stores. But Louisiana chef Philippe Parola sees nutria as “the best red meat you’ve ever had,” he told Modern Farmer."
https://food.good.is/articles/invasive-species-as-food