Humans enjoy figs, but so do many other creatures! Check out figweb.org for photos of animals in the wild feasting on figs, as well as lots of other fun fig facts.

Why do scientists believe that figs may have been the first domesticated crop? Read this story on how researchers used archeological evidence to date humans’ earliest attempts to grow figs.

For an up-close look at the great diversity of fig wasps, watch this video showcasing specimens housed in the UK’s Natural History Museum.

Want to know more about how many insect bits are permitted in your groceries? Explore this detailed chart provided by the FDA. And if you’d like to intentionally add some bugs to your diet, chef and edible insect ambassador Joseph Yoon offers some pro tips in these videos.