# Repulsive Delicacy Photos The 'Invasive Species' Photos Show Dishes Made from Rodents & Insects By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2014-05-22 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invasive-species-photo References: [featureshoot](http://www.featureshoot.com/2014/05/mason-adams/) & [christophertestani](http://christophertestani.com/) The Invasive Species photo series, put together by photographer Christopher Testani with the help of food stylist Michelle Gatton and art director Mason Adams, is not for those with queasy stomachs or anyone who's easily grossed out. It's a series that shows various invasive animals and insects converted into apparently delicious dishes. The animals and insects shown in the photo series are all invasive, in that their flourishing numbers are harmful to their surrounding environment. So this photo series asks, why not turn these detrimental species into delicacies? This way, we can control the numbers of invasive species without simply slaughtering them without reason. The creatures used in the Invasive Species photo series include nutria rodents, earthworms and lionfish. The photo series consists of pairs of photos, with a photo of each creature paired with a photo of a cooked 'invasive species' delicacy. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.7/10 - Popularity: 100% | Activity: 92% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Invasive Species Cuisine:** Opportunity to explore the creation of dishes using invasive species as a sustainable and environmentally-friendly solution to control their population. - **Repurposing Harmful Species:** Opportunity to transform harmful species into tasty delicacies, offering a unique culinary experience while reducing the negative impact on the environment. - **Food Innovation with Environmental Benefits:** Opportunity to innovate in the food industry by utilizing invasive species as ingredients, leading to sustainable and eco-friendly dining options. ### Who This Affects Most - **Culinary Arts:** The culinary arts industry can take advantage of incorporating invasive species into their menus, offering a new and exciting dining experience. - **Sustainable Agriculture:** The sustainable agriculture industry can explore farming and harvesting invasive species to supply the demand for unique and eco-friendly food sources. - **Ecotourism:** The ecotourism industry can promote dining experiences featuring invasive species, providing educational and sustainable tourism opportunities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Edible Insect Lollipops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pest-infested-pops.md) - [Controversial Snack Chips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/illegal-chips.md) - [Future-Facing Food Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/future-food-menu.md) - [Edible 3D-Printed Insects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-printed-edible-insects.md) - [Food-Inspired Street Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dish-pics.md) - [Realistic Food Candles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pantlers-rations.md) - [Insect Whisky Pairings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-pairing-with-legs.md) - [Educational Invasive Species Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invasion.md) - [Hyperrealistic Food Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/looks-delicious.md)