Mind-Controlling Fungus That Turns Spiders into Zombies Found in Ireland

A newly discovered fungus in Ireland has been found to infect and manipulate cave spiders, forcing them out of their hiding places before killing them and using their bodies to release spores. Named Gibellula attenboroughii in honour of Sir David Attenborough, the fungus was first discovered in an old gunpowder store in 2021. Researchers suggest it may have medicinal ...

Feb 5, 2025 - 18:30
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Mind-Controlling Fungus That Turns Spiders into Zombies Found in Ireland
A newly discovered fungus in Ireland has been found to infect and manipulate cave spiders, forcing them out of their hiding places before killing them and using their bodies to release spores. Named Gibellula attenboroughii in honour of Sir David Attenborough, the fungus was first discovered in an old gunpowder store in 2021. Researchers suggest it may have medicinal ...

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