How Cordyceps Turns Insects into Zombies
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How Cordyceps Turns Insects into Zombies
Deep within tropical forests, the Ophiocordyceps fungus transforms insects into "zombies" by infiltrating their bodies and manipulating their behavior. This parasitic fungus compels its hosts to ascend vegetation and secure themselves in place, allowing the fungus to sprout from their bodies and release spores, perpetuating its eerie life cycle.
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