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Fine Living: 10 Edible Endangered Animals

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                                                                                                                       Dolphins are edible

7- Rhinoceros   

The rhino is found in Africa and its horn is used for medicinal purposes in many African countries, as well as in parts of Asia. It is believed to be effective against snake bites, headaches, fever, and insanity, and it’s also used as an aphrodisiac.

How it’s eaten: The horn is generally crushed into a powder and mixed with milk or water. It is also snorted to cure bloody noses. The legs and feet are considered a delicacy by certain African tribes, and are roasted for several hours. 

8- Blue whale   

The whale has historically been caught for its meat, though the whale’s oil has always been the most important product. The tail is considered a delicacy in Japan and is eaten raw. The belly fat is sold as whale bacon. While the blue whale population is greatly diminished, it is still hunted for meat, though other species of whales are more commonly fished. Many Western countries are currently mounting a campaign to ban the fishing of this animal.

How it’s eaten: Often cooked much like beef, it can be grilled like a steak, fried or seared in oil. It is also served as sushi in Japan. 

9- Dolphin

Dolphin meat was originally sold in the ‘70s under the name “muchame.” It is traditionally an Italian dish made from meat extracted from the dolphin’s dorsal fin. The delicacy is popular in Peru and Japan, and although the killing of dolphins has been prohibited since 1990, there still exists a black market for the product. 

How it's eaten: Muchame is served with avocado, onions and crackers. The meat from the flanks of the dolphin is called “chanco marino” (sea pig), and is dark with a strong flavor.   

10- Tiger

Bengali tigers live primarily in India. As a result of poaching, it is estimated that approximately 4,000 exist worldwide. It is currently illegal in China to sell tiger meat, though some restaurateurs will have it on their menus. Be careful: One restaurant claiming to sell tiger stir-fry was found to have been serving donkey meat marinated in tiger urine. Tiger parts are also revered for their medicinal value. The powdered bones are used to treat ulcers, rheumatism and typhoid. The eyes are used to fight epilepsy and malaria. 

How it’s eaten:
A traditional Chinese dish is fried Bengali tiger meat. Tiger penis soup is used to boost virility. 

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Many of these animals are difficult to find on the open market, and though some are still served in restaurants, the legality of this practice may be questionable. Many of these products can be found with some sly inquisitions at local markets in many parts of Africa or Asia. 


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