Chahuis facts for kids
Chahuis or xamoes are common names for certain edible insects found in Mexico. These insects are a type of beetle, belonging to the insect group called Coleoptera. In English, people sometimes call them stick worms, rhinoceros beetles, or simply grubs.
Chahuis insects like to eat parts of the Mesquite tree. The larvae (young insects) from certain beetle families are especially popular to eat. These include the longhorn beetles (Cerambycidae), dung beetles (Scarabaeidae), Melolonthidae, and Passalidae families.
Where Chahuis Are Found
About 88 different kinds of beetles, mostly their larvae, are eaten in Mexico. These are known as escarabajos comestibles, which means "edible beetles." You can find them as part of the food in many Mexican states, including:
How to Prepare Chahuis
To enjoy chahuis, they need to be toasted very well. If they are not cooked enough, they can taste bitter.
See also
In Spanish: Chahui para niños
