The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations promotes edible insects as an alternative source of protein that can be introduced into human diets as well as animal feed. It is estimated that over two billion people worldwide rely on more than 1 900 insect species as food sources, and these include approximately 43 species of termites belonging to four families.
Preparation methods for insects include boiling, steaming and frying. After preparation, the insects can be preserved either by keeping them in a fridge or