"Python Meat: A Sustainable Solution to Food Insecurity and Climate Impact"

Researchers have found that farming pythons for meat could offer a sustainable solution to rising food insecurity exacerbated by climate change, as the snakes require less food and water, grow rapidly, and can produce protein more efficiently than other farmed products. Despite being a delicacy in Asia, pythons are unlikely to become a staple in Western diets, but they could provide a climate solution for farmers in regions facing food insecurity. Additionally, commercial snake farming could incentivize the conservation of wild populations and their habitats, offering a low-barrier alternative to lab-grown meat.