Yellow Mealworms (IMAGE) Indiana University Caption The yellow mealworm species Tenebrio molitor. An IUPUI-led study finds the insect could serve as a good alternate protein source in agriculture. Credit Ti Eriksson, Beta Hatch Usage Restrictions Credit source License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.