Mind-Controlled Insects
Cicadas, after years underground, can fall victim to a fungus that not only consumes them but also alters their behavior, turning them into "flying salt shakers of death." This fungus releases chemicals, including psilocybin and an amphetamine, causing the cicadas to act hyperactively while spreading spores. Similarly, ants are manipulated by a different fungus, which takes control of their bodies and behavior, forcing them to secure themselves in a position optimal for spore dispersal.In this clip
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