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VOL. 9, ISSUE 10 (2024)
Insect-sourced sustenance practices among indigenous communities in Kamrup (Metro), Assam, India
Authors
Dipika Doloi, Devajit Basumatari
Abstract
This study investigates the entomophagy practices among indigenous
communities (Bodo tribe) in the Kamrup (Metro) district of Assam, India, focusing
on the insect species consumed. Through surveys conducted with various age
groups within the tribe, 16 insect species were recorded, belonging to 14
families and 7 orders. Orthoptera accounted for the highest number of species,
followed by Hymenoptera and Hemiptera. Insects such as grasshoppers, crickets,
dragonflies, termites, beetles, honey bees, weaver ants, wasps and silkworms
formed a significant part of the Bodo tribe's diet. The study documented the
seasonal availability, consumable stages, and preparation methods of these
insects, with oil frying and smoking being the most common cooking techniques.
Insects, like Oecophylla smaragdina, are consumed at different life
stages, including eggs, larvae, and adults, while others are primarily eaten in
their adult stage. The results highlighted the importance of insects in the
Bodo tribe's diet and culture, contributing to food security. The findings
provide insights into the diversity of entomophagy practices and their
potential for enhancing sustainable food systems in the region.
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Pages:154-156
How to cite this article:
Dipika Doloi, Devajit Basumatari "Insect-sourced sustenance practices among indigenous communities in Kamrup (Metro), Assam, India". International Journal of Entomology Research, Vol 9, Issue 10, 2024, Pages 154-156
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