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11/22/2024 01:26:05 am

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Fungus

Mitosporidium daphniae

Swiss Researchers Describe Evolution of Extreme Parasites

Zoologists from the University of Basel in Switzerland have discovered Mitosporidium daphniae, a new species of parasite that illustrates the missing link between an extreme group of parasites and fungi, shedding light on the evolution of the disease-causing parasites in animals and humans.

Fungus sculptures

Artist Transforms Fungus into a New Building Material

It's capable of withstanding extreme temperatures and even bullets. When it's no longer needed, it can be used as compost.

Mind controlling fungus

Fungi Zombify Specific Ant Species

A research team theorizes that every parasitic fungi has a specific ant species it chooses to infect.

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