A crispy delicacy: Augosoma Beetle as alternative source of protein in East Cameroon
Despite the fact that the exoskeleton of the Augosoma centaurus (Dynastinae) is hard and difficult to chew, this insect is often gathered in Eastern Cameroon for food in periods of availability. Nine ethnic groups in Eastern Cameroon were surveyed to understand the role of this insect in assuring fo...
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| Formato: | Journal Article |
| Lenguaje: | Inglés |
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Hindawi Limited
2014
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| Acceso en línea: | https://hdl.handle.net/10568/94963 |
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