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What Makes Kunga Cake Different From Regular Food: Along the shores of Lake Victoria in East Africa, communities have discovered an unusual but nutritious food source that most people would never consider eating. Kunga cake, made from millions of tiny midge flies, has become a dietary staple for people living in countries like Tanzania, Uganda, and Burundi.  These small insects swarm in massive clouds above the lake during certain seasons, and locals have developed methods to harvest them efficiently. The midge flies, which are harmless and don't bite humans, gather in such large numbers that they can be caught using nets or attracted with light at night. After collection, the flies are compressed into dense blocks that look similar to meat patties.  The resulting kunga cakes contain high levels of protein, making them valuable in regions where traditional protein sources can be expensive or difficult to obtain.