# Insect Sushi Bug 'Power Protein' Snacks By Pearl | Published 2008-10-24 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/insect-sushi-bug-power-protein-snacks References: [funniez.net](http://www.funniez.net/Funny-Pictures/bug-sushi.html) Many people love eating sushi, but would you eat [bug sushi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omakase-sushi-course)? You’ve got to admit that these look quite “artistic,” so long as they remain on the plate! These delicacies have been a high protein food source for the Japanese for centuries. Many Japanese restaurants offer a variety of [edible bugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/finnish-brands), usually caught wild. Scientists are trying to promote insects as an [inexpensive source of protein](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fy-bites) especially with the spiraling costs of feed needed to farm cattle and other livestock. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 97% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Edible Insects:** By promoting insects as a source of protein, there is an opportunity for innovative food products and sustainable farming practices. - **Alternative Protein Sources:** The rising costs of traditional livestock feed create an opportunity for developing and marketing alternative protein sources such as edible insects. - **Cultivating Wild Food:** Exploring the cultivation of wild edible insects can lead to new farming and harvesting techniques. ### Where This Applies - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can explore the incorporation of edible insects into their product offerings. - **Agriculture:** The agriculture sector can tap into the potential of insect farming as an alternative protein source. - **Sustainability:** The sustainability industry can promote the use of edible insects as a more environmentally friendly protein option. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Insect-Based Inflight Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zipair.md) - [Edible 3D-Printed Insects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-printed-edible-insects.md) - [Cricket Jerky Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cricket-jerky.md) - [Protein-Packed Cricket Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cricket-protein-bar.md) - [Silk Protein Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eri-rocket.md) - [Insect-Based Wet Dog Foods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wet-dog-food.md) - [Edible Insect Lollipops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pest-infested-pops.md) - [Insect Protein Dog Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/insect-protein-dog-treats.md) - [Silkworm Protein Powders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kaiko.md)