👉 A hippophagist is a person who eats insects or other small animals. They are often associated with certain cultures and communities, such as Native American tribes in North America or in Southeast Asia, where they may have been part of traditional food preparation methods. In these contexts, the term "hippophagist" can be used to describe someone who enjoys eating insects or other small animals for their nutritional value or because it is considered a delicacy by that culture.