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University of Guadalajara scientists discover 6 ant-killing ‘zombie fungi’

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The ruthless parasites infect the body of ants, causing them to adopt suicidal behavior, and then grow out of the dead boides to release spores for a new generation of the unusual species. The post University of Guadalajara scientists discover 6 ant-killing ‘zombie fungi’ appeared first on Mexico News Daily

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