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5. Close but no cigar.

Sat May 30, 2026, 01:37 PM

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For many in Congo and elsewhere in Central and West Africa wild meat is a craving and a key part of the cultural milieux.

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As Ebola scourges Congo, experts warn of link to eating wild animals [View all] littlemissmartypants Yesterday OP

The revenge of the murdered innocents Vegan4life Yesterday #1

Education goes slowly regarding reservoirs and spread of ebola. uppityperson Yesterday #2

They eat bush meat because nothing else is available TexasBushwhacker Yesterday #3

Close but no cigar. littlemissmartypants Yesterday #5

I saw that quote in the article and winced. yardwork 21 hrs ago #6

When people are hungry and growing food is difficult... littlemissmartypants Yesterday #4

This post made me rewatch Tony Bourdain's Congo trip BigmanPigman 16 hrs ago #7