‘Creamy, nutty’ spiders are protein source for Indigenous Indian tribe

Mongabay
Apr 30, 2026, 6:06 am96 ptsTrending
In India’s northeastern Nagaland state, orb-weaver spiders are a sought-after source of protein, according to a new study in Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems. Here, “edible spiders hold a significant place in the local diet and have been consumed for generations,” study lead author Lobeno Mozhui,…

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‘Creamy, nutty’ spiders are protein source for Indigenous Indian tribe

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