Can I eat bobcat?

It isn't that the meat has an unpleasant texture or flavor; it's actually very good. The most common description I hear of both mountain lion and bobcat is that it tastes like lean pork. And it does. The flavor is mild, almost bland as far as game meat goes, with a texture that is dense and meaty, similar to pork loin.
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Can humans eat mountain lions?

It has been illegal to hunt and kill mountain lions in California since 1971, but hunting the cats is permitted in Montana, Wyoming, Idaho, Colorado, Utah and Nevada. In Texas, where they are considered vermin, people don't need a hunting license to kill them.
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Can you eat a cougar?

Most hunters don't hunt mountain lions, and those who do typically pass on the meat and leave it for the outfitter and guides (lucky them). As Hank Shaw put it, “cougar-eating [is] a rarity within a rarity. A taboo.” Just because it's not popular doesn't mean more hunters shouldn't try it.
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Can u eat coyote meat?

Most people don't like it because it has a strong flavor. But the reason it has a strong flavor is because they grilled it and over cooked it.” Coyote is perfectly suited for the grind. Grind this meat up and utilize it in any meal that would normally call for ground meat.
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Can you eat wolf meat?

Many people consider wolf meat to be inedible because lots of people have cemented that rule in their heads, and it has been passed down through generations. However, wolf meat is in fact edible and it can be cooked and prepared to be enjoyable.
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Do you eat grizzly bear?

Some game meat has received a bad reputation for palatability. For example, many hunters shun bear meat. However, most hunters who do eat black and brown/grizzly bear say the meat is usually good or very good, unless the animal has been feeding on fish.
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Can you eat fox meat?

Some people hunt foxes for sport; some kill them as pests; and others eat them as game. Fox meat is edible, though quite tough. For best results, tenderize fox meat by soaking it overnight in salt water. Combine it with hearty greens and whole grains for a healthy meal.
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Can you eat skunk?

Skunks are edible. Historical records show that Native Americans would trap and eat skunks regularly while living off the land, proving this animal to be a viable source of nutrients. The meat itself can be compared to rabbit or raccoon with its light color and similar flavor.
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What does Bobcat taste like?

The most common description I hear of both mountain lion and bobcat is that it tastes like lean pork. And it does. The flavor is mild, almost bland as far as game meat goes, with a texture that is dense and meaty, similar to pork loin. Because of the mild flavor, the meat from large cats takes seasoning well.
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Can you eat raccoon?

All in all, raccoon is totally edible, and I would not hesitate to eat it again. However, it's the quality of the meat that would keep me from cooking it more often. Like squirrel, it's a tough meat that is best prepared when tenderized.
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What does Coyote taste like?

The guys in this video do a much more careful job roasting a coyote, and they describe it as a fatty rich meat, that you'd have trouble telling apart from pork in a pulled coyote meat sandwich. It was protein, and thus it was satisfying after the hike in, and for that reason, I'd eat it again if I were hungry.
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Can you eat porcupine?

At home, you can cook porcupine much like you would venison or small game. It's versatile and delicious. Regardless of whether you're in a survival situation, you'll want to eat everything, especially the organs and brain. I like to fry up the liver, heart, kidneys, and lungs with some fat and eat them first.
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Can you eat a lynx?

Lynx are often hunted for its fur and the meat is not eaten as it is presumed not to have a value for human consumption. However, many hunters who eat lynx report that it has an excellent flavor similar to pork, and cook it like pork or chicken. Elaina has prepared lynx in a variety of ways.
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Can you eat bear meat?

Bear meat is a traditional food in America. For hundreds of years, North America's native tribes, settlers, and frontiersmen have consumed it. Today, bear meat is still enjoyed by some people. There are many ways to prepare bear meat, including frying, baking, and smoking.
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What does Fox taste like?

If you've ever come across fox meat, you'll know that the raw meat is very chewy, tough, and slightly repulsive. The raw meat has a certain fish-like odor that can be compared to the scent of a skunk and their meat. Their cooked meat has a taste and smell similar to sheep or goat.
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Can you get sick from eating mountain lion?

Public health officials are warning hunters to cook their bear and cougar meat well after 10 Idahoans contracted a rare strain of trichinosis from tainted cougar jerky. "Trichinosis occurs throughout the United States, but it usually is . . . the result of eating undercooked pork," said Dr.
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Why are bobcats hunted?

Bobcats are widely exploited for their pelts, which primarily support international markets for spotted furs. Volatile fur markets can lead to unpredictable harvesting, making management of the species difficult and at times impossible. The species is also killed for livestock depredation, both perceived and real.
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Can you eat beaver?

BEAVER IS GOOD FOR US!

Beaver meat, liver and feet are excellent sources of protein. The tail has less protein but is still a good source of this nutrient. Protein is needed to build and repair all parts of the body. Beaver liver is a great source of vitamin A and iron.
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What does lion taste like?

Lion meat was the best tasting of the bunch. The meat was a bit tough with a mild taste—like a cross between beef and chicken. The second best tasting meat was the beaver, which was fatty with a mild taste—almost like a pot roast.
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Can you eat a possum?

The Opossums have been living on the delicacies of the season, and are now in fine order, and some are found excessively fat; a double enjoyment is anticipated, the fun of catching and the pleasure of eating this excellent substitute for roast pig.
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Can you eat an armadillo?

Do people really eat armadillos? It may seem like an odd question, but the answer is “Yes”. In many areas of Central and South America, armadillo meat is often used as part of an average diet. Armadillo meat is a traditional ingredient in Oaxaca, Mexico.
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What do raccoon taste like?

Despite what you might think, raccoon tastes pretty good when cleaned and cooked properly. Like dark-meat chicken or turkey, though it is greasier and more tender than either.
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Can you eat squirrel?

Many Americans consider squirrel the best meat in the woods – yet very few Brits have even tried it. Sweet and nutty, squirrel is a highly sustainable and delicious meat that we would like to see on many more plates.
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Is elephant meat good eating?

"It tastes like venison. There are parts of the head and the neck which we sliced and fried with a bit of butter; it's very tasty." It would have been wasteful to not utilize the animal after killing it, he added. Borsak told CNN he ate one meal of elephant and then ate more as dried cured meat while he was hunting.
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Is rat meat edible?

Different Food In Different Places

Not everybody enjoys eating rats, but the people who do claim the meat is delicious. Tender and tasty, rat meat is usually easy to come by and is a way to add protein to almost any diet. People who enjoy eating rodents advise others to try rat before deciding it isn't good to eat.
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