Officials are urging people to hunt these species and eat them: 'We should explore ways to put them to good use'

Officials are urging people to hunt these species and eat them: 'We should explore ways to put them to good use'

Japanese people are known worldwide for incredibly inventive cuisine, and they are introducing a new wild game into their dining habits. The invasive nutria has been a headache for farmers for decades, but some savvy chefs have shown that it can serve a savory purpose. Photo Credit: iStock "In an unusual approach to pest control and sustainable food sourcing, Iwata officials have launched a project to turn nutria — a large, invasive rodent — int…