Cantaloupes are small to medium-sized melons, averaging 15 to 25 centimeters in length and 1 to 11 pounds and have a round to oblong shape with blunt, curved ends. Cantaloupes have a honeyed, musky, floral aroma when ripe and will feel heavy for their size, yielding slightly to pressure at the bottom. The melon's flesh has a distinct, sweet, floral, and fruity flavor and is primarily consumed as a fresh fruit. The seeds are also edible and are commonly roasted and salted as a savory, nutty snack.