Famous Do Cows Eat Insects References. In addition, captive possums love insects rich in protein. Also from an ecological point of view it is more sensible to consume plants.

The cows ate the feed fine this morning bugs and all. Rhodes says that cattle will generally avoid eating buttercups, but if better grasses are in short supply, they may resort to consuming the weeds. Insects may experience pain and negative emotional states just as much as a cow or pig.