> the only insect that most people don't find disgusting That reminds me of a bit of fiction where a bioengineered commercial species is being critiqued: > Mi

> the only insect that most people don't find disgusting That reminds me of a bit of fiction where a bioengineered commercial species is being critiqued: > Miles leaned forward again, to peer in revolted fascination. "It looks like a cross between a cockroach, a termite, and a... and a... and a pustule. [...] Nobody will want to eat food that comes out of something that looks like that. Hell, they won't want to eat anything it touches." > "People eat honey," argued Mark. "And that comes out of bugs." > "Honeybees are... sort of cute. They're furry, and they have those classy striped uniforms. And they're armed with their stings, just like little swords, which makes people respect them." [...] > Enrique said, in a bewildered tone, "So do you think if I put stings on my butter bugs, Barrayarans would like them better?" > "No!" said Miles and Mark together. > Enrique sat back, looking rather hurt. --A Civil Campaign by Lois McMaster Bujold Enrique sat back, looking rather hurt.