251. Fruit Bat

KONANKUAMEKRO, COTE D'IVOIRE, 2012. A real treat--fruit bat, the wild vector that spreads Ebola virus. It tastes a lot like sticks of wood covered in leather, but to the villagers it's a real treat and an honor to be serving to guests.


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