Edible insects - defining knowledge gaps in biological and ethical considerations of entomophagy.

While seeking novel food sources to feed the increasing population of the globe, several alternatives have been discussed, including algae, fungi or meat. The increasingly propagated usage of farmed insects for human nutrition raises issues regarding food safety, consumer information and animal protection. In line with law, insects like any other animals must not be reared or manipulated in a way that inflicts unnecessary pain, distress or harm on them.