Spawn beetles.
A beetle is a type of insect, characterized by the first pair of wings being modified into hard, protective coverings.
Certain varieties of beetles are eaten by Ferengi, either alive or processed into various dishes. (DS9: "The Assignment", "The Ascent")
One of the stories in The Adventures of Flotter children's holonovel series involves a giant beetle. (VOY: "Once Upon a Time")