According to researchers from the National University of Singapore, between 180 millions and 1 billion frogs are harvested every year for human consumption. Frog meat is not only enjoyed in France where 2500 to 4000 tonnes of frogs are imported each year, but also in Asia and the USA.
How serious is this threat compared to the impact of climate change or the loss of habitat?
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Are frogs' legs really that popular in France? I thought it was more of a novelty dish.
You do have to feel sorry for frogs - they're having a really tough time of it. There are lots of threats (including being eaten by us) but I think that the spread of the chytrid fungus - a fatal skin disease - is supposed to be the biggest.
Frogs legs are quite popular in specific parts of France, mainly in the area around Lyon, in the centre.
It is quite a 'gourmet' dish served in restaurants. So don't expect to get frogs legs with garlic and parsley as an appetizer if you are invited by a Frenchman for diner.
Some more information on http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frog_legs
Frog Porridge is quite common and popular in Singapore and Asia in general. When I was in Singapore, the outdoor eating area was full of cats waiting for a bit of the leftovers! The site below outlines some of the proposed benefits of eating frog.
http://www.bernama.com.my/bernama/v3/news_features.php?id=341982
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